apollo
0
  1. Home
  2. Medicine
  3. Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet 15's

Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip

Composition :

MELATONIN-3MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet

Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet is a hormone that helps control sleep patterns. Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorders). Jet lag is a sleep disorder that occurs in people who travel across multiple time zones. Insomnia is a sleep disorder which causes trouble falling and/or staying asleep.

Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet contains ‘Melatonin’ that synchronises the body’s biological day-and-night rhythm. Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet acts on the receptors in the body, thereby controlling the circadian rhythm and increasing the propensity to sleep.

You are advised to take Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet may cause common side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Do not take Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Do not drive or operate machinery as Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol with Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet

Insomnia, Jet-lag

Directions for Use

Take Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet without food, i.e., 2 hours before or after food or as advised by the doctor.Tablet/Capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it. Oral liquid/Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose/quantity using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the bottle well before each use. Orally disintegrating tablet/Orally disintegrating strips/ Mouth dissolving tablet: Place the tablet/strip in your mouth and allow it to dissolve.Oral spray: Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor. Open and shake the bottle. Spray the contents into the mouth as advised by the doctor.Lozenges: Place the lozenge in the mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet is a hormone that helps control sleep patterns. Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorders) in people over 55 years. Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet acts on the receptors in the body, thereby controlling the circadian rhythm and increasing the propensity to sleep. Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet adds to the body’s natural supply of the hormone, helps you get to sleep, and improves sleep quality.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have epilepsy, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, or impaired liver or kidney function. Talk to your doctor before taking Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet if you are pregnant. Do not take Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Avoid consuming alcohol with Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

How does the drug interact with Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet:
The combined use of Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet and Selegiline may increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Altonil 3 mg MD Tablet and Selegiline, they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. Contact your doctor immediately if experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try sticking to a sleep schedule. Keep your bedtime and waketime consistent.
  • Practise yoga or meditation as it helps in relieving stress.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid doing a strenuous activity before bedtime.
  • Try relaxation therapy. Read a book or listen to soothing music.
  • Do not consume caffeinated or carbonated products.
  • Avoid taking large meals and beverages before bedtime.
  • Exercise moderately as it can help in relieving stress.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Author Details

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Drug-Diseases Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

Login/Sign Up

FAQs

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • ESTROGEN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • MIDAZOLAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • ZOPICLONE
  • WARFARIN
  • PSORALENS
  • TEMAZEPAM
  • ZALEPLON

Disease/Condition Glossary

Insomnia: Insomnia is a sleep disorder which causes trouble falling and/or staying asleep. The causes of insomnia are poor sleeping habits, anxiety, depression, illness, lack of exercise, or certain medications. Symptoms of insomnia include difficulty falling and/or staying asleep and not feeling well-rested due to low sleep quality.

Jet lag: Jet lag is a sleep disorder that occurs in people who travel across multiple time zones. Jet lag occurs when the circadian rhythm (the body’s natural clock) is disrupted due to travelling between different time zones. It is a temporary condition that affects energy and the state of alertness. Jet lag causes sleep disturbances, fatigue, daytime tiredness, irritability, mild mental impairment, and digestive system disturbances experienced after flying.

Have a query?

whatsapp Floating Button

Recommended for a 30-day course: 2 Strips

Buy Now
Add 2 Strips