Rs.53for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Sensival Tablet
alcohol interaction for Sensival Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Sensival Tablet
lactation interaction for Sensival Tablet
food
alcohol
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lactation
Sensival 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Sensival 25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Sensival 25 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
Sensival 25 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 Sensival 25mg Tablet
Nortriptyline(25mg)
Sensival tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Anxiety, bed-wetting, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, insomnia and neuropathic pain. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
How sensival tablet works
Sensival 25 Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Common side effects of sensival tablet
Decreased libido, Tremors, Confusion, Fatigue, Vomiting, Dilatation of pupil, Nausea, Agitation, Convulsion, Constipation, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Weight gain, Taste change, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Loss of accommodation, Palpitations, Atrioventricular block, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Dryness in mouth, Abnormal ECG, Hypomania, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Ringing in ear, Diarrhea, Rash, Urticaria, Facial swelling, Headache, Involuntary muscle movement, Bone marrow depression, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Erectile dysfunction, Akathisia (inability to stay still)
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Expert advice FOR Sensival Tablet
- Nortriptyline is used for the treatment of depression and bedwetting in children.
- The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may cause drowsiness or sleepiness.
- You may be asked for regular blood tests to monitor the blood cell count or level of sodium and sugar in the blood.
- Inform your doctor if you notice behavioral changes, mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- The main dose should be taken at night as this medicine may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
- It can take 2 to 3 weeks for Nortriptyline to start working.
- You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Nortriptyline, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Nortriptyline, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Nortriptyline is very less.
- It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
Frequently asked questions FOR Sensival 25mg Tablet
Nortriptyline
Q. What is Sensival 25 Tablet used for?
Sensival 25 Tablet is used to treat depression and nocturnal (night time) bedwetting in children. It restores the chemical imbalance in the brain and enhances mood and behavior. In some cases, it may also be prescribed to relieve neuropathic (nerve) pain.
Q. Can I take Sensival 25 Tablet for nerve pain? How do I know if I have nerve pain?
Yes, Sensival 25 Tablet can be taken for nerve pain. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine in combination with gabapentin. Nerve pain (or neuropathic pain) is commonly described as a shooting, burning or stabbing type of pain that may be associated with tingling, numbness or a pin and needles like feeling. The pain may be spontaneous which means it may be triggered without the presence of any stimulating factor. Additionally, you may experience an increase in the sensitivity to touch. Consult your doctor if you experience such pain.
Q. What are the side effects of Sensival 25 Tablet?
The side effects of Sensival 25 Tablet are increased heart rate, weight gain, difficulty in urination, orthostatic hypotension (sudden decrease in blood pressure on standing), dryness in mouth and constipation. Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not go away or worry you.