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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , Pharm-D (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

AMOXAPINE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Tripada Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3 Yogi Complex, Nr Doordarshan, Kendra, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, India 380054.
Other Info - AMO0061

FAQs

Amolox 50 Tablet contains Amoxapine, which belongs to the tricyclic antidepressant class of medicine. It works by increasing the level of certain chemicals (GABA) in the brain that are responsible for your mental health and mood changes.

It is always advised to take Amolox 50 Tablet around the same time every day for better results. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.

No, it is advised not to stop taking Amolox 50 Tablet suddenly as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like suicidal thoughts, irritability, and excessive aggression, which can sometimes be fatal. So, please consult your doctor; the doctor might lower your dose depending on your medical condition.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol should be avoided while on treatment with Amolox 50 Tablet as it can affect you much more and may make you feel more depressed.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy inform your doctor before taking Amolox 50 Tablet . Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Amolox 50 Tablet . Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Unsafe

Amolox 50 Tablet may cause drowsiness and impair your concentration. Hence, it is advised not to drive or operate machines while on treatment with Amolox 50 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Amolox 50 Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Amolox 50 Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

Amolox 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.

About Amolox 50 Tablet

Amolox 50 Tablet is a second-generation tricyclic dibenzoxazepine antidepressant. It is used in the treatment of depression along with anxiety and agitation. Depression is a common but serious medical condition with a low/sad mood and lack of interest in daily activities. This condition negatively affects the person's feelings, thinking and how they act. Anxiety is a mental condition characterized by excessive fear or worry affecting an individual's daily activities. This medicine is mostly given when patients become intolerant to other antidepressants.

Amolox 50 Tablet contains Amoxapine, which is a second-generation tricyclic dibenzoxazepine antidepressant. It works by increasing the level of certain chemicals (GABA) in the brain that are responsible for your mental health and mood changes. This medicine helps make your mood good and feel better.

Amolox 50 Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, increased heart rate, constipation, dizziness, difficulty in urination, headache, fatigue, weakness, excessive appetite, restlessness, nervousness, confusion, and sudden blood pressure lowering on standing up (orthostatic hypotension). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Take Amolox 50 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on the severity of the condition.

Avoid taking Amolox 50 Tablet if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Amolox 50 Tablet is contraindicated in patients suffering from angle closure glaucoma (increased eye pressure), severe liver or kidney problems, asthma, difficulty in urination, bipolar disorder, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, tardive dyskinesia, and if taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOs). Let your doctor know about your entire medical history beforehand. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting treatment with Amolox 50 Tablet . Do not stop taking Amolox 50 Tablet suddenly, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like suicidal thoughts, irritability, and excessive aggression, which can sometimes be fatal. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.

Uses of Amolox 50 Tablet

Depression

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Medicinal Benefits

Amolox 50 Tablet contains Amoxapine which is a second-generation tricyclic dibenzoxazepine antidepressant. It works by increasing the level of certain chemicals (GABA) in the brain that are responsible for your mental health and mood changes. This medicine helps make your mood good and feel better. Amolox 50 Tablet helps treat depression when patients become intolerant to other medicines

Directions for Use

Take Amolox 50 Tablet as advised by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break the medicine.

Side Effects of Amolox 50 Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Increased heart rate
  • Constipation
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Excessive appetite
  • Restlessness
  • Nervousness
  • Confusion
  • Orthostatic hypotension (Sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing up)

Drug Warnings

Amolox 50 Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Amolox 50 Tablet is contraindicated in patients suffering from angle closure glaucoma (increased eye pressure), severe liver or kidney problems, asthma, difficulty in urination, bipolar disorder, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, tardive dyskinesia, and if taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting treatment with Amolox 50 Tablet . Let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, asthma, seizures, Parkinson’s disease, and high blood pressure before starting treatment with this medicine, as it may cause serious side effects. It is advised not to stop taking Amolox 50 Tablet suddenly as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like suicidal thoughts, irritability, and excessive aggression, which can sometimes be fatal. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxapineMetoclopramide
Critical
AmoxapineZiprasidone
Critical

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AmoxapineMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Metoclopramide with Amolox 50 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metoclopramide with Amolox 50 Tablet is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxapineZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Amolox 50 Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ziprasidone and Amolox 50 Tablet but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxapineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Taking tranylcypromine with Amolox 50 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amolox 50 Tablet with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
AmoxapineSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Taking Safinamide with Amolox 50 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Amolox 50 Tablet is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
AmoxapineTrazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Taking Trazodone with Amolox 50 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Trazodone with Amolox 50 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
AmoxapinePhenylephrine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Amolox 50 Tablet and Phenylephrine together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenylephrine and Amolox 50 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. It is advised to maintain blood pressure. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmoxapineSumatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Although it is a rare adverse effect, Coadministration of Sumatriptan and Amolox 50 Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Sumatriptan and Amolox 50 Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea call a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxapineGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Amolox 50 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gatifloxacin and Amolox 50 Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxapineVilazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
When Vilazodone is taken with Amolox 50 Tablet, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Vilazodone and Amolox 50 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmoxapineCyclobenzaprine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amolox 50 Tablet:
Coadministration of Amolox 50 Tablet with Cyclobenzaprine can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Cyclobenzaprine and Amolox 50 Tablet together may cause an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as palpitations, fever, excessive sweating, muscles stiffness, or stomach cramps. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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

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  • ZOLPIDEM

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are required to monitor blood sugar and sodium level.
  • Regular blood tests for monitoring various kinds of blood cells.
  • Family members should monitor the patient for suicidal thoughts, unusual or withdrawal symptoms while taking Amolox 50 Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try to do regular exercise, which can help lower anxiety and improve your sleep and self-image.
  • Find humour in your daily life. Try to watch a comedy show to help relieve stress.
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve anxiety.
  • Include your diet with whole grains, vegetables, and fruits which is a healthier option than eating many simple carbohydrates in processed foods.
  • Include herbs like turmeric, ginger, and chamomile in the meal. It can reduce inflammation caused due to anxiety disorder.
  • Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a strong social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

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