XAMOGINE 50mg Tablet 3x10s

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  The habit-forming tendency has been reported in a few cases.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to XAMOGINE 50mg Tablet 3x10s or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

• Severe Hepatic impairment

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe impairment of liver function due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

• Second or third-degree atrioventricular block

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a second or third-degree atrioventricular block due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

• Suicidal thoughts

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution due to an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from psychiatric disorders such as depression. Patients should be monitored closely for any changes in mood and behavior and any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority. Appropriate caregiver and patient counseling, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Withdrawal symptoms

  Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Abrupt discontinuation of therapy may cause withdrawal seizures. Gradual dose reduction and then discontinuation of therapy should be done under the supervision of your doctor.

• Driving or operating machinery

  This medicine may cause blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

• Use in children

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

• Syncope

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution due to the increased risk of syncope (fainting or sudden loss of consciousness or passing out). This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases and diabetic complications. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Take this medicine exactly instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

• Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

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