DAXID 100MG TABLET contains Sertraline which belongs to the group of medicines called Selective Serotonin re-uptake Inhibitors. It is used to treat depression, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is also used to prevent recurrent depression in adults and treat obsessive compulsive disorder in children and adolescents aged 6-17 years old.
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It is also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.
Anxiety disorder is known as mental health disorder with feelings of anxiety or fear. You may also experience physical signs of anxiety, such as a pounding heart and sweating. Obsessive compulsive disorder and panic disorders are illnesses linked to anxiety with symptoms like being constantly troubled by persistent ideas (obsessions) that make you carry out repetitive rituals (compulsions).
DAXID 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with angle closure glaucoma (eye disorder) and liver disease (such as mild, moderate or severe liver impairment).
Before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have suicidal thoughts, epilepsy or a history of seizures, schizophrenia, heart disease (such as prolonged QT interval, fast heart rhythm) and kidney disease (such as mild, moderate or severe renal impairment).
DAXID 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Your doctor will give the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition.
The most common side effects of taking DAXID 100MG TABLET are dizziness, sleepiness, headache, diarrhea, dry mouth, shaking and abnormal taste. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.
It is used to treat:
DAXID 100MG TABLET works by increasing the levels of serotonin (a chemical messenger in the brain) that improves mood and physical symptoms of depression thus providing relief from symptoms of post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive and panic disorder in affected individuals.
Take DAXID 100MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop taking DAXID 100MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Dizziness:
If you feel dizzy, keep your eyes closed sit or lie down. Do not drive or operate machinery. Consult your doctor if the above symptoms did not improve.
Headache:
Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if required. Do not consume alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
Diarrhea:
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for treating diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
Fatigue:
Get enough sleep and exercise on regular basis. Take part in relaxing activities and drink enough fluids to stay hydrated.
Stomach Pain:
Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.
Nausea & Vomiting:
Take this medicine with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
DAXID 100MG TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
DAXID 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
Do not drive or operate any machines as DAXID 100MG TABLET can influence your ability to drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking DAXID 100MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
DAXID 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems such as mild, moderate or severe renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
DAXID 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with mild, moderate or severe hepatic impairment. It should be used with caution in patients with other liver diseases. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
Do not take DAXID 100MG TABLET if you are allergic to Sertraline or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
DAXID 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart disease, prolonged QT interval and Torsade de Pointes (fast heart rhythm), family history of QT prolongation (heart rhythm disorder), low heart rate. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
DAXID 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
Before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
Use in pediatrics:
DAXID 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents with obsessive compulsive disorder. Your doctor will give the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Use in geriatrics:
DAXID 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking:
B. Drug-Food interaction:
Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking DAXID 100MG TABLET as it may increase the level of medicine in the body.
Over dosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of DAXID 100MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, rapid heart rate, shaking, agitation, dizziness, unconsciousness, seizures, high/low blood pressure, agitation, confusion or sleeplessness.
Drug | : | Sertraline |
Pharmacological Category | : | Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Depression and prevents recurrence of depression, Panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
I have a history of seizures, can I take DAXID 100MG TABLET?
Seizures can make disease condition abnormal. So, before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have history of seizures or if you are using any medicines for seizures.
Can I drive after taking DAXID 100MG TABLET?
Do not drive or operate any heavy machines as DAXID 100MG TABLET can influence your ability to drive or operate any machines. Consult your doctor before taking DAXID 100MG TABLET.
How much dose of DAXID 100MG TABLET can I take in a day?
Take DAXID 100MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Will I feel dizzy after taking DAXID 100MG TABLET?
Yes, you may feel dizzy after taking DAXID 100MG TABLET because dizziness is the most common side effect that occurs associated with the use of the medicine. If you feel dizzy, keep your eyes closed sit or lie down. Do not drive or operate machinery. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
What are the side effects of DAXID 100MG TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking DAXID 100MG TABLET are insomnia, dizziness, tremor, indigestion, excess sweating, sleepiness and headache. Consult your doctor if any of the symptom worsens.
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Written By Dr. Janet.C, Pharm.D
Last updated on 26 Oct 2022 | 01:44 PM(IST)
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