Agomelatine is generally used in treatment of depression.
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Anxiety
Back pain
Change in body weight
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Increased liver enzymes
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Sleepiness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Agomelatine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Agomelatine is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Agomelatine works by a resynchronizing sleep-wake cycle that is disturbed in depression.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Agomelatine an SSRI? No, Agomelatine belongs to class of medication called as melatonergic antidepressants
Q. Is Agomelatine an addictive drug? No, please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q. Does Agomelatine cause weight gain? Yes, it may cause an increase or decrease in weight.
Expert Advice
Consult your doctor if you are taking medicines known to affect the liver, are obese or overweight, or have diabetes.Consult your doctor before starting treatment if you have experienced periods of abnormally high excitability and emotions (bipolar disorder, mania or hypomania).You may need regular tests to monitor your liver and kidney function.Inform your doctor if you have ever had suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself.Caution has to be taken before you drive or operate machinery or engage in activities requiring mental alertness and coordination as Agomelatine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.Do not drink alcohol while receiving Agomelatine treatment as it may worsen the side effects.
Product Details
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