Paroxetine (12.5mg)
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms.Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.Some common side effects of Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR include nausea, fatigue, dry mouth, loss of appetite, increased sweating, dizziness, nervousness, tremors, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), and constipation. Sexual side effects like decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction may also be seen. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Oxitine
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of panic disorder, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
You may start to see an improvement in your symptoms after 1-2 weeks of starting the treatment. In case you do not see any improvement, do not stop the medicine and consult your doctor. It may take around 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of the medicine.
No, do not stop taking Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR abruptly, without consulting your doctor. This is a common problem with Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR that initially you may feel that your symptoms have worsened but the benefits start appearing after 1-2 weeks. If the worsening does not improve even after 1-2 weeks, you must consult your doctor.
Yes, Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR use may affect your sex life. It can cause decreased sexual desire and inability to reach orgasm in both men and women. Additionally, men may even experience abnormal erection and ejaculation.
Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR should not be used in children under 18 years of age. The reason being, patients under 18 have an increased risk of experiencing side effects such as suicidal thoughts, aggression, oppositional behavior and anger when they take Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR. If your doctor has prescribed Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR for your child and you are worried about these side effects, discuss it with your doctor.
No, you should not take Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR if you are receiving tamoxifen. Tamoxifen often causes hot flashes (episodes of feeling extremely hot), which can be treated with Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR. But Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR may reduce the effectiveness of tamoxifen and can lead to recurrence of breast cancer.
Yes, you need to be careful while taking this medicine if you are a diabetic. Oxitine 12.5mg Tablet CR may alter your blood sugar levels and your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment. Talk to your doctor regarding this and keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels.
