Indications - This is indicated for the treatment of patients with moderate to severe depression associated with moderate to severe anxiety. Symptoms likely to respond in the first week of treatment include insomnia, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, agitation, psychic and somatic anxiety, suicidal ideation and anorexia.
Dosage & Administration - Optimum dosage varies with the severity of the symptoms and the response of the individual patient. When a satisfactory response is obtained, the dosage should be reduced to the smallest amount needed to maintain the remission. The larger portion of the total daily dose may be taken at bedtime. In some patients, a single dose at bedtime may be sufficient. This tablet in an initial dosage of 3 or 4 tablets daily in divided doses is satisfactory. Or directed by the physican.
Side Effects - Side effects: Many symptoms common to the depressive state, such as anorexia, fatigue, weakness, restlessness and lethargy, have been reported as side effects of treatment with this preparation. Adverse reactions: Most frequently reported were drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, dizziness and bloating. Less commonly included vivid dreams, impotence, tremor, confusion and nasal congestion.
Contraindications - This is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to either benzodiazepines or tricyclic antidepressants. It should not be given concomitantly with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor.
Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Safe use of this preparation during pregnancy and lactation has not been established.