Reboxetine: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is Reboxetine for?

Reboxetine is part of a group of drugs called antidepressants.
Reboxetine is a drug used to treat major depression and to relieve symptoms.

What are the rules for using Reboxetine?

Tablets should be taken in 2 different doses, 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. You have to swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Don't chew the tablet.

To help you remember, take this medication at the same time each day.

Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Like other medicines, reboxetine will not provide immediate relief from symptoms. You will start feeling better in a few weeks.

It is important to continue taking the drug, even though you feel better, until the doctor allows you to stop. If you stop taking the drug too early, your symptoms may return.

How do I store Reboxetine?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage for Reboxetine for adults?

• For adults, the usual dose is 8 mg per day (1 tablet 4 mg 2 times a day). Depending on how you respond to treatment, after 3-4 weeks your doctor may ask you to take up to 10 mg per day if needed. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 12 mg.
• In patients with poor kidney or liver function, the starting dose is 4 mg per day. The dosage can be increased depending on the individual response.
• The use of reboxetine 4 mg tablets is not recommended for elderly patients.
• reboxetine should not be used in children or adolescents under 18 years of age.

What is the dosage of Reboxetine for children?

Reboxetine should not usually be given to children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Side effects

What side effects might Reboxetine have?

Like other medicines, reboxetine can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them. Most of the side effects of reboxetine are mild and will go away on their own within the first few weeks of treatment.

If any of the following side effects become serious, or you experience side effects that are not listed in this brochure, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Very common side effects (more than 1 in 10 patients)

• Difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
• Dry mouth
  Constipation
• Nausea
• Sweating

Common side effects (less than 1 in 10 patients)

• Headache
• Loss or decrease in appetite
• Anxiety
• Dizziness, paraesthesia, unable to sit or stand still, changes in the sense of taste
• Loss of focus on vision
• Increased heart rate, palpitations
• Blood vessels dilate, blood pressure falls when standing, blood pressure increases
• Gag
• Rash
• Sensation of not being able to empty the bladder, urinary infections, pain when urinating,
• Erectile dysfunction (impotence), pain during ejaculation, delayed ejaculation
• Shivering

Rare side effects (in 1 - 10 in 1000 patients)

• Dilated pupils
• Spinning sensation

Rare side effects (between 1 - 10 in 10 000 patients)

• Glaucoma (a condition that causes increased pressure on the eye).

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions & Warnings

What should be known before using Reboxetine?

Do not use reboxetine, if you are allergic or hypersensitive to reboxetine or other ingredients in reboxetine.

Is Reboxetine safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

There is not yet sufficient information about the safety of using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

Interaction

What medicines may interact with Reboxetine?

Reboxetine may interact with other medications, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

• Certain antifungals, such as ketoconazole
• Certain antibiotics, such as erythromycin, rifampicin
• Ergot-derived medications for treating migraines or Parkinson's disease
• Certain antidepressants, MAO inhibitors, tricyclics, nefazodone
• SSR (such as fluvoxamine) or lithium
• Other MAO inhibitors such as linezolid (antibiotic) and methylene blue (to treat high methaemoglobin in the blood)
• Diuretics (drugs to eliminate water), such as thiazides
• Medicines for epilepsy, such as phenobarbital, carbamazepine and phenytoin
• Herbal remedies that contain St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

Your doctor will tell you if you can use reboxetine with other medicines. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are currently or have recently used other medications, including over-the-counter medicines, herbal medicines, and vitamins and minerals.

Can food or alcohol interact with Reboxetine?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions may interact with Reboxetine?

Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems, especially if you:

• Are using drugs to lower blood pressure
• Have liver or kidney problems. The doctor needs to adjust the dosage
• Are using other medications for depression, such as MAO inhibitors, tricyclics, nefazodone, SSRIs (such as fluvoxamine) or lithium
• Are currently using MAO inhibitors such as linezolid (antibiotic) or methylene blue
• Have experienced episodes of mania (overactive behavior or thoughts)
• Have eye disorders, such as certain types of glaucoma (increased pressure on the eye).

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (118/119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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