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Leanxit 0.5 mg + 10 mg

Tablet

Generic: Flupentixol + Melitracen

The ACME Laboratories Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Anxiolytic & Antidepressant Combination

Indications

Anxiety, depression and apathy. Psychosomatic disorders accompanied by anxiety and low mood.

Pharmacology

Flupentixol is a thioxanthene antipsychotic that in small doses has anxiolytic and mood-lifting effects. Melitracen is a tricyclic antidepressant with activating properties in low doses.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: 2 tablets daily, 1 in the morning and 1 at noon; in severe cases the morning dose may be increased to 2 tablets. Elderly: 1 tablet in the morning. Maintenance: usually 1 tablet in the morning.

Side Effects

Restlessness, insomnia, dizziness, tremor, dry mouth, constipation and fatigue.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician. May affect alertness; take care when driving and avoid alcohol. Avoid taking in the evening, as it may disturb sleep. Must not be stopped abruptly after prolonged use; the dose should be reduced gradually. Use with caution in heart disease, epilepsy, glaucoma and in the elderly; not recommended for children.

Contraindications

Recent myocardial infarction, heart block and disorders of cardiac rhythm, untreated narrow-angle glaucoma, severely depressed consciousness, and use together with or within 14 days of an MAOI.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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