Lafex 75mg Tablet ER

Description

Lafex 75mg Tablet ER is used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorder. It alters the chemicals in the brain that cause symptoms of anxiety such as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, fatigue, sweating, increased heart rate, and unwanted or racing thoughts. Lafex 75mg Tablet ER should be taken with 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. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased appetite, anxiety, constipation, increased sweating, and sexual dysfunction. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Before taking Lafex 75mg Tablet ER, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Introduction

In Depression Lafex 75mg Tablet ER helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Lafex 75mg Tablet ER prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood. In Anxiety disorder Lafex 75mg Tablet ER works by stopping your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

Benefits

Lafex 75mg Tablet ER works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

How to use

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. Lafex 75mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lafex 75mg Tablet ER. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Lafex 75mg Tablet ER 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. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Lafex 75mg Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Babies should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and adequate weight gain. - Driving : UNSAFE - Lafex 75mg Tablet ER may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As side effects of Lafex 75mg Tablet ER are dizziness, confusion and eye sight changes such as blurred vision and this may affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Lafex 75mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lafex 75mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Lafex 75mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lafex 75mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.