Stimuloton by Pharmacy blog

Drug name: Stimuloton sertraline hydrochlorideTherapeutic actions: Acts as an antidepressant by inhibiting CNS neuronal uptake of serotonin; blocks uptake of serotonin with little effect on norepinephrine, muscarinic, histaminergic, and alpha1-adrenergic or dopaminergic receptors.Indications:Treatment of major depressive disorderTreatment of obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD)Treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobiaTreatment of posttraumatic stress disorder; long-term use to prevent relapse and sustain symptom improvementTreatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)Unlabeled use: generalized social phobia Contraindications and cautions:Contraindicated with hypersensitivity to sertraline; pregnancy.Use cautiously with impaired hepatic or renal function, lactation. Adverse effects: CNS: Headache, nervousness, drowsiness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, insomnia, light-headedness, agitation, sedation, abnormal gait, convulsions, vision changes, fatigueCV: Hot flashes, palpitations, chest painDermatologic: Sweating, rash, pruritus, acne, contact dermatitisGI: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dry mouth, anorexia, dyspepsia, constipation, taste changes, flatulence, gastroenteritis, dysphagia, gingivitisGU: Painful menstruation, sexual dysfunction, frequency, cystitis, impotence, urgency, vaginitisRespiratory: Upper respiratory infections, pharyngitis, cough, dyspnea, bronchitis, rhinitisOther: Hot flashes, fever, back pain, thirst Interactions: Drug-drugSerious, sometimes fatal, reactions with MAO inhibitors; allow at least 14 days to elapse between MAOI and sertraline useIncreased serum levels of sertraline with cimetidinePossible risk of increased QTc interval if combined with pimozide; do not use together - Drug-foodIncreased rate of absorption with food Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.