Parokrit 25 ER Tablet Substitute
Composition:
PAROXETINE-25MG
Uses:
Major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and generalised anxiety disorder.
Medicinal Benefits:
Parokrit 25 ER Tablet belongs to a group of antidepressant medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Parokrit 25 ER Tablet is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and generalised anxiety disorder. Parokrit 25 ER Tablet works by inhibiting serotonin's reuptake by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain that communicates between brain cells. This helps increase serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby regulating mood and treating depression and anxiety disorders. Parokrit 25 ER Tablet has fewer unwanted side effects than older antidepressants and helps people recover from depression.
Parokrit 25 ER Tablet works by inhibiting serotonin's reuptake by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain that communicates between brain cells. This increases serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby helping in regulating mood.
Parokrit 25 ER Tablet is used to treat anxiety disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and generalised anxiety disorder.
Do not discontinue Parokrit 25 ER Tablet without consulting your doctor as it could lead to withdrawal effects. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Parokrit 25 ER Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Parokrit 25 ER Tablet; the doctor may reduce the dose gradually.
Parokrit 25 ER Tablet may cause decreased libido (sex drive), impotence (erectile dysfunction), abnormal ejaculation and problems with orgasm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Parokrit 25 ER Tablet. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Please consult your doctor before taking Parokrit 25 ER Tablet if you have glaucoma as Parokrit 25 ER Tablet might cause increased pressure in the eye.
Consult your doctor before taking Parokrit 25 ER Tablet if you have diabetes as Parokrit 25 ER Tablet might fluctuate blood glucose levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised if you are taking Parokrit 25 ER Tablet. Talk to your doctor if your blood sugar levels are unstable.
People taking antidepressants such as Parokrit 25 ER Tablet are more likely at risk of developing suicidal thoughts. Talk to your doctor immediately if you have thoughts of harming or killing yourself.
Consult your doctor before taking tamoxifen (used to treat cancer) along with Parokrit 25 ER Tablet as Parokrit 25 ER Tablet might make tamoxifen less effective.
Parokrit 25 ER Tablet may cause unusual bleeding or bruising such as vomiting blood or passing blood in stools. Therefore, talk to your doctor before taking Parokrit 25 ER Tablet if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking medicines that might increase the risk of bleeding such as blood thinners (warfarin), anti-psychotics (perphenazine or clozapine), tricyclic antidepressants (clomipramine), or NSAID’s (acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen, celecoxib, etodolac, diclofenac, meloxicam).