food interaction for Axepta Tablet

alcohol interaction for Axepta Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Axepta Tablet

lactation interaction for Axepta Tablet

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Axepta 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Axepta 60mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Axepta 60mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Axepta 60mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Axepta 60mg Tablet

Atomoxetine(60mg)

Axepta tablet uses

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How axepta tablet works

Axepta 60mg Tablet modulates the activity of certain chemical messengers in the brain, which increases attention and decreases restlessness. It is a non-stimulant medicine.

Common side effects of axepta tablet

Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Decreased appetite, Abdominal pain, Increased heart rate, High blood pressure

SUBSTITUTES FOR Axepta Tablet

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Axepta Tablet

  • Take Atomoxetine at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • Your doctor will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking the medicine.
  • It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience unusual changes in mood or behavior or suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently asked questions FOR Axepta 60mg Tablet

Atomoxetine

Q. How long does it take for Axepta 60mg Tablet to start working?
In general, you can expect to see a positive change during the first month of taking Axepta 60mg Tablet. After the first month of taking the medication, your dose might be raised if you are not benefitting enough from it.
Q. Is nausea common during the treatment with Axepta 60mg Tablet?
Nausea is a common side-effect of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Also, avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.
Q. When should I call my doctor right away?
Get medical help right away if you get suicidal thoughts, chest pain or if you experience severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, pale stools, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.
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Q. What medicine should be avoided along with Axepta 60mg Tablet?
Avoid taking any other anti-depressant along with Axepta 60mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This is because the combination may cause side-effects like shaking (tremor), shivering, muscle stiffness, fever, rapid pulse, rapid breathing or confusion.
Q. Can I give Axepta 60mg Tablet to my 3-year-old child?
No Axepta 60mg Tablet should only be used in children 6 years and older.
Q. When to take Axepta 60mg Tablet?
This medicine is usually taken one or two times a day (early morning and late afternoon/early evening). If you find that you are sleepy during the day talk to your doctor about the best time to take your medicine.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)