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Category- Allopathy

Medicine Highlights

BrandName Summary 

BrandName is a medicine belonging to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) used to treat problems like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and depression. It helps by balancing a natural chemical in the brain called serotonin, which affects mood and thinking. Some people may feel sleepy, dizzy, or sick to the stomach or have trouble sleeping when they start taking it, but these usually go away with time. People with liver problems or pregnant mothers should talk to their doctor before taking it. Also, it’s best to avoid coffee, energy drinks, and alcohol while using BrandName, since these can make side effects worse. Taking the medicine at the same time every day helps it work better, and if you ever feel off or have worrying thoughts, it’s important to tell your doctor right away.

BrandName Uses

BrandName is an oral medicine belonging to the category of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor drugs and is used for the following indications:

1. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder 
2. Depression 

BrandName side effects 

More Common  

1. Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness 
2. Anxiety, depression, agitation, trouble sleeping 
3. Shaking, increased muscle movements 
4. Upset stomach, gas, loss of appetite 
5. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea 
6. Dry mouth, yawning, sore throat 
7. Muscle pain 
8. Sweating, rash 
9. Heavy menstrual periods 
10. Sexual problems. 

Less Common 

1. Anxiety, racing thoughts, risk-taking behavior, sleep problems (insomnia), feelings of extreme happiness or irritability 
2. Blurred vision, eye pain or redness, seeing halos around lights; 
3. A seizure 
4. Changes in weight or hunger 
5. Easy bruising or unusual bleeding 
6. Low blood sodium: headache, confusion, problems with thinking or memory, weakness, feeling unsteady. 

How BrandName works 

BrandName treats obsessive compulsive disorder by calming an overactive internal alarm system in the brain. It boosts a chemical called serotonin by acting on protein gates called sigma-1 receptors to regulate stress and neural communication. These effects help retrain the brain from ignoring false danger signals and reduce compulsive behaviors over time. 

Safety Measures and Warning 

Pregnancy

BrandName can harm a baby’s growth if taken during pregnancy, especially affecting the brain, breathing, and development. Doctors only use it if no safer medicine works, choosing the smallest helpful dose.

Breastfeeding

BrandName passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should stop breastfeeding or stop BrandName. 

Allergies and Hypersensitivity

Using BrandName in patients with psychosis along with dementia is not recommended, as there is a higher risk of death, stroke, or ministroke in older adults. BrandName is not approved to treat dementia-related psychosis.

BrandName Interaction with Food Product 

Alcohol and smoking can simultaneously affect the drug’s action, so they may cause severe drowsiness and sedation as they act on the brain directly.

Interaction with Other Medicines  

Avoid taking BrandName with the following medicines, as it may increase or decrease the desired effect, or in worse cases, it could be fatal:

BrandName Chemical Structure

IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry)/ Chemical name

N,N-Dimethyl-3-(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-3-(methoxyoxan-3-yl)propan-1-amine

Intake routine/cycle

Daily dose

Take BrandName exactly as your doctor recommends. The dose may change based on your condition and how well you respond. Do not take more than prescribed without consulting your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take your medicine, take the medication as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Always consult the doctor before making any changes to your dosage. 

Overdose

It is not recommended to take more than 300 mg of BrandName per day, as it may cause severe overdosing effects like extreme drowsiness, confusion, low blood pressure, unconsciousness, sweating, hallucinations, high fever, and coordination issues. If you face any of the severe effects, consult a doctor. 

Storage

1. Store the medicine at room temperature.
2. Keep away from sunlight and moisture.
3. Keep out of reach of children.

Directions of use 

1. Take BrandName exactly as prescribed by your doctor, at the same time each day. 
2. Do not stop taking BrandName without your doctor’s approval, even if you feel better. 
3. If you forget to take BrandName, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. 

FAQ’s

What are the uses of BrandName? 

BrandName is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression.

What are the side effects of BrandName? 

Some people may feel sleepy, dizzy, or sick to the stomach or have trouble sleeping when they start taking it, but these usually go away with time using BrandName.

Which class of medicine does BrandName belong to? 

BrandName belongs to the category of Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and commonly used for indications like obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression.

What is the mechanism of action of BrandName?

BrandName helps treat OCD by correcting faulty communication in brain areas responsible for controlling thoughts and habits, like an overactive internal alarm system that keeps sending false danger signals and controls symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy

Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy completed Bachelor of Pharmacy from GIET School of Pharmacy affiliated to Andhra University and from his 3rd year of graduation itself he was working as a freelance Medical and Publication writer and having expertise in Systematic reviews and clinical research. With his keen interest and skills in research and documentation practices he also reviewed more than 100 manuscripts from international journals like Elsevier, Springer Nature, Sage Journals and all the manuscripts were indexed and appeared in Pub Med, Scopus and Web of Science databases and received honorary recognition letters and certificates from all of them. Siva Krishna Adithya also published few systematic, narrative reviews and few chapters of international expertise.