Dericip Retard 150 Tablet (Etofylline 115mg / Theophylline 35mg)

Dericip Retard 150 Table

This medicine is primarily used for the treatment of major depression; treatment of binge-eating and vomiting in patients with moderate-to-severe bulimia nervosa;. It is also used for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Dericip Retard 150 Tablet Sr is used for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, sudden panic attacks, bulimia (eating disorder) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (symptoms of tension, irritability and depression before menstruation). The medication can improve your sleep, mood, appetite as well as the energy level.

It belongs to the drug group known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by increasing the serotonin amount in your body, which is a natural substance present in your brain that helps in maintaining mental balance.

Dericip Retard 150 Tablet Sr dosage will depend on your present health condition and how your body reacts to the first dose. Your doctor may prescribe a low dose initially and then increase it gradually.

It is advised not to stop the medication abruptly without consulting your doctor, as there is a possibility of experiencing withdrawal symptoms such as mood changes, dizziness, anxiety, confusion, agitation or irritability. It may take 4-5 weeks and sometimes even longer for Dericip Retard 150 Tablet Sr to show its full effectiveness.

You can suffer from mild side effects like nervousness, nausea, dry mouth, weakness, drowsiness and decreased sexual performance while taking Dericip Retard 150 Tablet Sr. You can consult your doctor if they refuse to go away after some time. However, there can be some serious side effects too in some cases that require immediate medical attention:

Allergic reaction to the medicine, causing difficulty in breathing, rashes, hives, swelling of the face and lips
Pain in the eyes or blurry vision
Palpitations or faster heart rate
Seizures, tremors, hallucinations or suicidal tendencies
Unusual bruising or bleeding
Dericip Retard 150 Tablet Sr can make you feel drowsy or dizzy. It is advised not to drive or do any other activity that requires your complete concentration. In case you are an elderly patient, be careful when you are getting up from a sitting or sleeping position to avoid a sudden fall. Also, you must avoid alcohol while you are under this medication.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

Use

This medicine is used for treating the following conditions:

Depression

Bulimia

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Ocd)

Side Effects

Common side effects occur after ingestion of this medicine:

Headache

Nervousness

Insomnia

Anxiety

Nausea

Diarrhoea

Anorexia

Weakness

Vasodilation

Hypertension

Confusion

Sleep Disorders

Dizziness

Agitation

Rash

Pruritus

Tremor

Increased Appetite

Dyspepsia

Vomiting

Flatulence