In Treatment of Depression Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR works by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increase your energy level. It is an effective antidepressant but may cause drowsiness. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.As Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed. | - Liver : CAUTION
Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
If you miss a dose of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are there any important warnings associated with use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR?::: During the first few months of treatment, Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patients. Patients having mood or behavioral disorder have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.| Can I stop taking Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR when my symptoms are relieved?::: No, you should continue to take Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR, even if you feel well. If you stop Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.| How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR?::: There are reports which suggest that the use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain than losing increased weight.| Can the use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR cause sleepiness?::: Yes, Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.| Can the use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR affect my sexual life?::: The use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR can affect the sexual life of both men and women. Most commonly caused problems are decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain erection during the sexual activity) and inability to reach orgasm. It can also cause a decrease in satisfaction and cause discomfort while having sex. If you experience these problems, discuss with your doctor.| Can I drink alcohol while taking Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR?::: No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR.| Can the use of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR change the color of urine?::: Yes, Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR can the change the color of the urine to blue or green. This change of color is expected while using Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR, and it is not harmful. Your urine color becomes normal once you stop taking Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR.| How long does Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR take to work?::: Everybody responds differently to the treatment. In general, it can take several weeks to feel the full benefits of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR, although some people will start to feel better sooner. When taking Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR, it is important to give it time to work.| What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Aldep C 25mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines:.