Nortin 1010mg
Capsule
Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE Nortin 10 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Nortin 10 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developi... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Nortin 10 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Nortin 10 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Nortin 10 may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION Nortin 10 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nortin 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION Nortin 10 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nortin 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Introduction
Nortin 10 is known as a tricyclic antidepressant. It is used to treat depression and night time bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) by older children at dif... View More
Uses of Nortin 10
- Depression
- Bed-wetting
Side effects of Nortin 10
- Increased heart rate
- Weight gain
- Difficulty in urination
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
How to use Nortin 10
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. Nortin 10 may be taken wit... View More
How Nortin 10 works
Nortin 10 is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depressi... View More
What if you forget to take Nortin 10?
If you miss a dose of Nortin 10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your... View More
- Nortin 10 is used for the treatment of depression and bedwetting in children.
- The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may cause drowsiness or sleepiness.
- You may be asked for regular blood tests to monitor the blood cell count or level of sodium and sugar in the blood.
- Inform your doctor if you notice behavioral changes, mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Indication
Depression, Nocturnal enuresis
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Depression Adult: 75-100 mg/day in 3 or 4 divided doses. Max: 150 mg/day in severe depression. Elderly: 30-50 mg/day in divided doses. Hepa... View More
Child Dose
Oral Depression Child: Adolescent: 30-50 mg/day in divided doses. Nocturnal enuresis Child: 6-7 yr (20-25 kg): 10 mg; 8-11 yr (25-35kg): 10-20 m... View More
Contraindication
Mania, recent MI, arrhythmias (particularly heart block); severe liver disease; children <6 yr.
Mode of Action
Nortriptyline, a dibenzocycloheptadiene tricyclic antidepressant, is the primary active metabolite of amitriptyline. It increases synaptic concentration... View More
Precaution
Not intended for treatment of bipolar depression. Avoid abrupt withdrawal. Patient at risk of seizures, w/ DM, narrow angle glaucoma, urinary retention,... View More
Side Effect
Hypotension, HTN, tachycardia, palpitation, MI, arrhythmias, heart block, stroke; confusional states w/ hallucinations, disorientation, delusions; anxie... View More
Interaction
Increased risk of serotonin syndrome w/ SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, triptans, fentanyl, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone. May reduce antihypertensive ef... View More
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