Melitracen

Dosage Forms Available

• Melitracen can be taken orally as tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Melitracen is typically indicated for use by adults and patients over 18 years old.

Contraindications

• Melitracen is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to this medicine or any of its components. It is also contraindicated in patients who are currently using or have recently discontinued use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) and in patients in the acute recovery phase following a myocardial infarction.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Melitracen can interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (e.g., Phenelzine, Tranylcypromine), other antidepressants - Selective serotonin reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) (e.g., Fluoxetine, Sertraline), Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) (e.g., Duloxetine, Milnacipran), antipsychotics (e.g., Olanzapine, Quetiapine), anticonvulsants (e.g., Carbamazepine, Valproate), and antihistamines (e.g., Diphenhydramine, Promethazine).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Melitracen may lead to severe side effects such as seizures, irregular heart rhythm, severe drowsiness, and coma. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose of Melitracen, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If constipation occurs, increase your intake of fibre-rich foods and drink plenty of water.

• If drowsiness becomes a problem, you may find it helpful to take Melitracen at bedtime.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Melitracen may cause drowsiness and impair cognitive and motor functions. Therefore, it is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is generally advised to avoid using Melitracen during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Always consult your doctor before using this medicine during these periods.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Melitracen should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizures, cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, and urinary retention. Elderly patients may be more susceptible to certain side effects of Melitracen and thus should use this medicine with caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• There are no special dietary and lifestyle recommendations apart from maintaining a balanced diet, engaging in regular physical activity, avoiding excessive consumption of alcohol, ensuring adequate sleep and practising stress management techniques such as meditation and mindfulness.