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Axa 100 Tablet

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Product introduction

Axa 100 Tablet is a medicine that belongs to a class of drugs known as tricyclic antidepressants. It is used in the treatment of depression. It helps to enhance and brighten up the mood.

Axa 100 Tablet is used to treat various features of depression

Uses of Axa Tablet

Benefits of Axa Tablet

In Depression

Axa 100 Tablet is thought to work by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. It is an effective antidepressant but may cause drowsiness. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.

Side effects of Axa Tablet

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 Axa

  • Increased heart rate
  • Blurred vision
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements
  • Parkinsonism
  • Weight gain
  • Akathisia (inability to stay still)
  • Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Constipation

How to use Axa Tablet

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. Axa 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Axa 100 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Axa 100 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Axa 100 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Axa 100 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Axa 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Axa 100 Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Axa 100 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Axa 100 Tablet for the treatment of depression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids as it may cause dehydration and constipation.
  • Monitor your weight during the treatment as Axa 100 Tablet can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
  • It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Axa 100 Tablet affects you.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Dibenzoxepin Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Tricyclic antidepressants

Patient concerns

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DEPRESSION SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
Depression,anexity,body. Laziness Depression anxiety,f ear,body laziness
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Ayurveda
Ok since how many months you are suffer from
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FAQs

Q. What is Axa 100 Tablet used for?

Axa 100 Tablet is a medicine used to treat depression. It restores the balance of certain chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain that are responsible for depression along with anxiety or agitation. This helps to elevate the mood and enhances the behavior by creating a feeling of well being.

Q. What are the side effects of Axa 100 Tablet?

The common side effects of Axa 100 Tablet are an increased heart rate, orthostatic hypotension (sudden decrease in blood pressure on standing), dryness in mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, weight gain, difficulty in urination and constipation. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects worry you. The doctor will suggest ways to manage or prevent them.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Axa 100 Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Axa 100 Tablet without discussing it with your doctor even if you feel better. This is because if you stop taking it suddenly, your depression may come back and your symptoms may worsen. Your doctor will decide for how long you need to continue this medicine. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects bother you. If you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor may decrease your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine.

Q. Is there anything I need to be careful about while on therapy with Axa 100 Tablet?

Axa 100 Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. Do not drive or work with tools or machinery if your alertness is affected. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might worsen the drowsiness. Let your doctor know if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys and if you are on any medicines or supplements. This is because medicines may have interactions with each other and cause allergic reactions that can sometimes be serious. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

Q. Does Axa 100 Tablet cause any effect on pregnancy or the newborn?

Do not take Axa 100 Tablet during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. If you take this medicine during the last trimester of the pregnancy, the newborn may develop symptoms such as irritability or loud crying, rigidity (stiffness of limbs), irregular body movements, irregular breathing, poor feeding, difficulty in urinating or passing stools.

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Name: Biologic Psychotropics India Pvt Ltd
Address: Near UCO Bank, Nahan Road, Kalaamb, Sirmaur-173030, Himachal Pradesh, India
Country of origin: India

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