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Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

BUPROPION-150MG

Uses:

Depression, Smoking addiction

Medicinal Benefits:

Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antidepressant', which contains Bupropion primarily used in treating depression. In addition to this, it is also used by people who are addicted to smoking. It works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. Hence, it helps to improve mood. 

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Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's contains Bupropion, primarily used in treating depression. In addition to this, it is also used by people who are addicted to smoking. It works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. Hence, it helps to improve mood.

Certain side-effects of Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's can be dealt with simple tips such as if you experience dry mouth, you can chew sugar-free gum or take sugar-free sweets. If you are sweating a lot while taking Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's, wear loose clothing and use a strong antiperspirant. If you cannot sleep after taking Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's, prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's, avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's, sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Yes, however, there may be an increased risk of experiencing suicidal tendencies in children, adolescents and young adults. This medicine is not recommended for children less than 18 years of age.

Taking Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's in more than the recommended dose can cause unpleasant side effects such as dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, vomiting, changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure and change in body fluid/salt balance.

In elderly patients, the risk of side effects is more if you are taking Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's. For the patients who are elderly, dose adjustment might be required, or your doctor might prescribe any other medication safe for the elderly.

Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's is not advised in cases if you are allergic to Amfeta-150 ER Tablet 10's, have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, sexual disorders, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, bleeding or clotting disorders, or currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline) or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. It should not be given to a person having a low heart rate along with symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting, pregnant women, trying to get pregnant, breastfeeding, or having eye problems such as glaucoma. In diabetics, it can cause difficulty in keeping stable blood sugar levels.