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Actiser Information

Actiser is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Depression, Fear are some of its major therapeutic uses. Actiser also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Actiser depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Actiser can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Actiser go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Actiser's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Actiser's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Bipolar Disorder must refrain from the use of Actiser since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Actiser have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Actiser may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Actiser is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Actiser Benefits & Uses
Actiser Dosage & How to Take
Actiser Side Effects
Actiser Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Actiser with Other Drugs
Actiser Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Actiser
Actiser Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Actiser Benefits & Uses

Actiser is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Actiser Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: PMS Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given continuously or during the luteal phase only
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Actiser Related Warnings

Is the use of Actiser safe for pregnant women?

Actiser can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Actiser right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Actiser safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Actiser. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Actiser on the Kidneys?

Actiser does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Actiser on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Actiser on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Actiser on the Heart?

Actiser is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Actiser with Other Drugs

Actiser should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Pseudoephedrine

Pimozide

Fentanyl

Actiser Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actiser unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Heart Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Actiser

Is this Actiser habit forming or addictive?

Actiser is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Actiser. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Actiser only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Actiser can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Actiser Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actiser

It is safe to take Actiser with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Actiser

Consumption of alcohol and Actiser together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Actiser

Question over 5 years ago

What is Actiser?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Actiser is the brand name for sertraline. It belongs to the class of drugs known as an antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). It is available in the form of a tablet. Actiser is used for the management of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (recurring disturbing thoughts with a compulsion to repeat some act), panic disorder (sudden bouts of extreme fear), social anxiety (anxiety or discomfort in meeting people in social settings) disorder and premenstrual dysphoric syndrome (irritability, mood swings, bloating and breast tenderness before a menstrual cycle).

Question over 4 years ago

Does Actiser induce hair loss?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Rarely, Actiser causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Actiser, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Actiser work?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Actiser is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Actiser cause anxiety?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Actiser doesn't cause anxiety. In fact, it helps to alleviate the symptoms of social anxiety. Anxiety can be effectively managed by breathing deeply, practicing meditation, and not taking much stress. In case of severe anxiety please speak to your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Actiser make you high?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Actiser doesn't make one feel high. It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor which improves depression symptoms by increasing the concentration of serotonin in the brain.