Introduction
Arpolax 20 is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is prescribed to treat depr... View More
Uses of Arpolax 20
Side effects of Arpolax 20
How to use Arpolax 20
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Arpolax 20 may be taken wi... View More
How Arpolax 20 works
Arpolax 20 is one of a group of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs. It is thought to be work by enhancing the leve... View More
What if you forget to take Arpolax 20?
If you miss a dose of Arpolax 20, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to you... View More
Indication
Depressive illness, Bipolar disorder, Panic disorder, Substance abuse disorders, Alcohol dependence, Anxiety disorders including obsessive-compulsive di... View More
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Depression; Depressive phase of bipolar disorder Adult: Initially, 20 mg/day, increased to max 40 mg/day after at least 1 wk. Elderly: 10 mg/day... View More
Child Dose
Child: Contraindicated.
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity, concomitant admin with MAOIs or within 14 days of discontinuing MAOI treatment; children and adolescents <18 yr; treatment of depress... View More
Mode of Action
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Precaution
Caution should be taken in patients with epilepsy, concurrent electroconvulsive therapy, history of mania, cardiac disease, diabetes mellitus, angle-clo... View More
Side Effect
>10% Dry mouth (20%),Nausea (21%),Somnolence (18%),Insomnia (15%),Xerostomia (20%),Increased sweating (11%) 1-10% Tremor (8%),Diarrhea (8%),Ejacula... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Pregnancy category: C Use late in the third trimester associated with complications in newborns and may require prolonged hospitalization, r... View More
Interaction
May increase anticoagulant effect w/ drugs affecting haemostatis (e.g. warfarin). Increased risk of hypomania w/ sibutramine. Increased lowering seizure... View More
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