Restfull Tablet 10'S

INTRODUCTION

RESTFULL TABLET contains Flupenthixol and Melitracen, which belong to the group of medicines called antipsychotics and tricyclic antidepressants. It is used in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and asthenia. It is also used to treat neurasthenia, psychogenic depression, masked depression, menopausal depression, dysphoria, depression in alcoholics and drug addicts, and psychosomatic affections that are accompanied by anxiety and apathy with depressive neuroses.

Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness that is generally characterised by symptoms such as a fast heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating, and tiredness. Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest, leading to emotional and physical problems accompanied by symptoms such as changes in sleep, appetite, and daily behaviour.

Avoid taking RESTFULL TABLET if you are a manic patient and/or have heart diseases such as circulatory collapse, a depressed level of consciousness, blood disorders, or hereditary problems of galactose (sugar) intolerance. Before taking RESTFULL TABLET, inform your doctor if you have convulsions, organic brain syndrome, a history of suicide-related events, diabetes, planned surgeries, or reduced liver or kidney function.

RESTFULL TABLET is not recommended for use by pregnant women unless recommended by your doctor. Because it can pass through breast milk, it should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. RESTFULL TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). The most common symptoms of taking RESTFULL TABLET are sleeplessness, restlessness, agitation, dizziness, tremors (involuntary movements of muscles), dry mouth, and constipation. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms are worse.

USES OF RESTFULL TABLET

• Treats anxiety, depression, and asthenia (weakness) and also includes neurasthenia, psychogenic depression, masked depression, menopausal depression, dysphoria and depression in alcoholics and drug addicts
• Treats psychosomatic affections accompanied by anxiety and apathy with depressive neuroses

HOW RESTFULL TABLET WORKS

RESTFULL TABLET effectively treats anxiety, depression, and asthenia. Flupenthixol reduces depression and anxiety by blocking the release of dopamine. Melitracen reduces depression by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that result in the regulation of mood and improvement from depression.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take RESTFULL TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, disease condition, and body weight.

SIDE EFFECTS OF RESTFULL TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness:

Try to rest and get enough sleep. Try to avoid driving or operating any tools or machines while you feel dizzy. Avoid the consumption of alcohol, as it can aggravate dizziness. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Dry mouth:

Try to drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated, and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Brush your teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Constipation:

Consume high-fiber foods like fruits and vegetables, cereals, and plenty of water. Maintain regular exercise (going for a daily walk or run), and if this does not help, consult your doctor immediately.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

RESTFULL TABLET is generally not recommended for use by pregnant women unless recommended by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it.

BREASTFEEDING

RESTFULL TABLET should be used with caution by breastfeeding mothers as it can pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel a loss of attention or concentration after taking RESTFULL TABLET.

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking RESTFULL TABLET as it may worsen your condition.

KIDNEY

RESTFULL TABLET should be used with caution in patients having reduced kidney function. Consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

RESTFULL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such as advanced hepatic impairment and reduced liver function. Consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

Do not take RESTFULL TABLET if you are allergic to Flupenthixol and/or Melitracen.

HEART DISEASE

RESTFULL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having heart diseases such as recent myocardial infarction, any degree of heart block, disorders of cardiac rhythm and coronary artery insufficiency. Consult your doctor before taking it.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Inform your physician if you are taking any of the following drugs before taking RESTFULL TABLET:

• medicines used to treat depression such as MAO inhibitors (Ex. moclobemide, selegiline), SSRIs (Ex. citalopram)
• medicines used to treat nasal congestion (Ex. phenylephrine, phenylpropanolamine)
• medicines used in general anaesthetics (Ex. adrenaline, ephedrine, isoprenaline, noradrenaline)
• medicines used in antihypertensive therapies (Ex. guanethidine, betanidine, reserpine, clonidine)
• anticholinergic agents (Ex. atropine)
• medicines used to treat mental illness (Ex. lithium), Parkinson’s disease (Ex. levodopa)

Overdosage:

If you or someone else has accidentally taken too much RESTFULL TABLET, contact your doctor right away or go to a nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage are excessive sleepiness, irritability, agitation, hallucinations, dilated pupils, fast heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, cardiac failure, low blood pressure, cardiogenic shock, urinary retention, mucosal dryness, intestinal hypomotility (infrequent bowel movements), convulsions, fever, a depressed level of consciousness, a coma, respiratory depression, metabolic acidosis (serious electrolyte imbalance), and a low potassium level.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep RESTFULL TABLET out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT RESTFULL TABLET

What is [GBKEYWORD] and why is it given?

RESTFULL TABLET contains flupenthixol and melitracen, which belong to the group of medicines called antipsychotics and tricyclic antidepressants and are used to treat anxiety, depression, and asthenia.

Can RESTFULL TABLET cause alterations in concentration?

Yes. RESTFULL TABLET can cause difficulty paying attention or concentrating. Therefore, it is advised not to drive or operate any machinery or tools till you feel normal again after taking RESTFULL TABLET.

Is RESTFULL TABLET safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women?

RESTFULL TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless the expected benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. Because it can pass through breast milk, it should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking RESTFULL TABLET.

Can RESTFULL TABLET be given to children?

No, RESTFULL TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). If RESTFULL TABLET is accidentally ingested by a child or adolescent, go to the hospital immediately and consult the doctor for further management.

What important things shall I take care of while taking RESTFULL TABLET?

RESTFULL TABLET acts on the central nervous system. Hence, if you notice any unusual changes in behaviour or suicidal behaviour or thoughts, stop taking RESTFULL TABLET and contact your doctor immediately.

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3. Melitracen. NIH. National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubchem. [Revised in July 2022] [Accessed on 7th June 2022] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Melitracen#section=Pharmacology-and-Biochemistry

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AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
Last updated on 07 Dec 2022 | 06:00 PM(IST)