Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Atomoxetine(60mg)
Axepta 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
The mechanism of action of atomoxetine is unclear, but is thought to be related to its selective inhibition of presynaptic norepinephrine reuptake in the prefrontal cortex. Atomoxetine has a high affinity and selectivity for norepinephrine transporters, but little or no affinity for various neurotransmitter receptors.
Atomoxetine is well-absorbed after oral administration and is minimally affected by food. It is eliminated primarily by oxidative metabolism through the cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) enzymatic pathway and subsequent glucuronidation. Atomoxetine has a half-life of about 5 hours.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Axepta
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Sleepiness
Decreased appetite
Abdominal pain
Increased heart rate
High blood pressure
Contraindications to atomoxetine include allergy to atomoxetine, use of an MAOI within the last 14 days, narrow-angle glaucoma, history of pheochromocytoma, and cardiac disorders, which can not tolerate increases in blood pressure or heart rate.
Axepta 60mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Axepta 60mg Tablet.
Axepta 60mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Atomoxetine is indicated for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children over six years. Although atomoxetine is only FDA-approved for treating ADHD, it is sometimes used off-label to treat adult patients with treatment-resistant depression.
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Do not chew, crush or break it. Axepta 60mg Tablet
Store below 30°C
Take Axepta 60mg Tablet at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
Your doctor will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking the medicine.
It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you experience unusual changes in mood or behavior or suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
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. Axepta 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How long does it take for Axepta 60mg Tablet to start working?
In general, you can expect to see a positive change during the first month of taking Axepta 60mg Tablet. After the first month of taking the medication, your dose might be raised if you are not benefitting enough from it.
Q. Is nausea common during the treatment with Axepta 60mg Tablet?
Nausea is a common side-effect of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Also, avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.
Q. When should I call my doctor right away?
Get medical help right away if you get suicidal thoughts, chest pain or if you experience severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, pale stools, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.
Q. What medicine should be avoided along with Axepta 60mg Tablet?
Avoid taking any other anti-depressant along with Axepta 60mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This is because the combination may cause side-effects like shaking (tremor), shivering, muscle stiffness, fever, rapid pulse, rapid breathing or confusion.
