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Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet

This medication is composed of Amitriptyline and Chlordiazepoxide. It is prescribed for the treatment of depression and its symptoms. The medicine basically controls brain chemicals that are unbalanced in patients who suffer from mental illness and depression.

The drug should not be used if you have suffered a heart attack recently. It is also not meant for consumption by breastfeeding mothers as the drug can pass into the milk and harm the baby. You should take this tablet as per instructions on the prescription and guide that comes with the drug.

    What are the uses of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet

    • Depression

    • Migraine Prevention

    What are the contraindications of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet ?

    • Headache

    • Nausea Or Vomiting

    • Constipation

    • Blurred Vision

    • Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

    • Unexpected Weight Gain Or Loss

    • Chest Pain

    • Shortness Of Breath

    • Weakness In One Side Of The Body

    • Slurred Speech

    • Seizures

    • Decreased Sexual Urge

    • Unusual Bleeding

    Key highlights of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4-7 weeks.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed within 3-6 weeks of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine should be used by pregnant women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine should not be used by women who are breastfeeding.

    What are the substitutes for Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    The exact mechanism of action for this drug is not established. However, it is believed to act by preventing the reuptake of neurotransmitters namely norepinephrine and serotonin. These chemicals are imbalanced in people with depression. It is a kind of sedative, which is commonly used to treat anxiety, withdrawal symptoms and insomnia.

      What are the interactions of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Ethanol

        You should restrict or minimize the use of alcohol while taking this medicine.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        The drug interacts with ondansetron, opioids, antihypertensives, phenylephrine and fluoxetine.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.

      FAQs about Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Amitone plus tablet is a medication which has Amitriptyline and Chlordiazepoxide as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by relaxing the nerves in the brain.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Amitone plus 12.5 mg 5 mg is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, Flushing, Muscle spasms, Alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and Severe anxiety.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Restlessness, Drowsiness, blurred vision, exhaustion, hypotension, Myocardial infarction, Stroke, Heart block, Arrhythmias, Hypotension, and Hypertension are possible side effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Amitone Plus 12.5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Amitone plus 12.5 mg 5 mg should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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