Expert advice for Octive Tablet
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Octive 75 mg Tablet to start working. You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back. If your doctor asks you to stop Octive 75 mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Octive 75 mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Octive 75 mg Tablet is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
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Composition
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Dosulepin / Dothiepin (75mg) |
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Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Octive are Dryness in mouth, Blurred vision, Sleepiness, Increased heart rate, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Weight gain, Difficulty in urination, Constipation. |
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How to works
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How Octive Tablet works
Octive 75 mg Tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression. |
