Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of depression. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.

Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER is a combination of serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) and benzodiazepines.

Uses of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

Treatment of Depression

Benefits of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

In Treatment of Depression

Xenafaxin Plus 50 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. Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Side effects of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

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 Xenafaxin Plus

Nausea
Constipation
Confusion
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Memory impairment
Headache
Ejaculation disorder
Tiredness
Erectile dysfunction
Low sexual desire
Uncoordinated body movements
Depression

How to use Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

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. Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Xenafaxin Plus 50 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.

Driving

UNSAFE

Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

You have been prescribed Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER for the treatment of depression.
Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
Do not stop taking Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
You have been prescribed Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER for the treatment of depression.
Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
Do not stop taking Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

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

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Ayurveda

Ok since how many months you are suffer from

Depression, anexity less sleep Chasing depression since last almost 9 years. But first depression episode was in 1998 immediately after recovering from maleria

Dr. Kirti Tandel

Psychiatry

Hello Mr. PATIENT is one of the most leading cause of morbidity worldwide. It is more prevalent than what it is thought to be. So I appreciate your fight against depression and may you stay healthy physically and mentally as well. Visit your psychiatrist regularly and have a good compliance with your medicines as well. Take care.

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Xenafaxin Plus 50 Tablet ER

Introduction of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

Uses of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

Benefits of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

In Treatment of Depression

Side effects of Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

Common side effects of Xenafaxin Plus

How to use Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Xenafaxin Plus Tablet ER?

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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