Agosan 25mg Tablet (AGOMELATINE)

What should I inform my doctor before starting treatment with Agoprex Tablet?
Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you are allergic to Agosan tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine, if your liver does not work properly (hepatic impairment) or if you are taking any other antidepressants or antibiotics.

Can Agoprex Tablet damage my liver?
Yes, this medicine can cause further serious or even life-threatening damage to the liver if you have ever had any liver problems. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice severe stomach pain (upper right side), dark urine, clay-colored stools, tiredness, itching, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

I was taking an anti-depressant but my doctor has asked me to start taking Agoprex Tablet? Are there any side effects due to changes in medicines?
If your doctor changes your previous antidepressant medicine to Agoprex Tablet, he/she will advise you on how you should discontinue your previous medicine when starting Agoprex Tablet. You may experience discontinuation symptoms like dizziness, numbness, sleep disturbances, agitation or anxiety, headaches, feeling sick, being sick, and shaking. These effects are usually mild to moderate and disappear spontaneously within a few days. Inform your doctor immediately if the symptoms worsen.

How to store Agoprex Tablet?
Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture. This medicine does not require any special temperature storage conditions. Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Can Agoprex Tablet be given to children?
This medicine is not recommended in the treatment of depression in patients under 18 years of age since its safety and efficacy have not been established in this age group.

I have been taking Amitor for depression since a week and recently I have been wanting to harm myself. What should I do? Is it because of the medicine?
If you find yourself experiencing an increase in suicidal thoughts it is crucial that you seek immediate medical attention from your doctor or visit the nearest hospital It is possible that your current medical condition or the medication prescribed to you has contributed to this escalation It typically takes approximately two weeks for Amitor to exhibit its therapeutic effects although the timeline may vary for different individuals Hence it is important to be cognizant that when you commence taking Amitor you may encounter thoughts of selfharm or suicide This occurrence is more prevalent in individuals who have previously exhibited suicidal tendencies or are young adults below the age of 25 However it is important to remember that the reaction to medication can differ from person to person