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Mitryp is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression. Secondary and off-label uses of Mitryp have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mitryp. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mitryp as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mitryp are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Mitryp's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Mitryp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mitryp related warnings section.
Mitryp is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mitryp have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mitryp may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mitryp is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Mitryp is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Mitryp safe for pregnant women?
Mitryp shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Mitryp safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Mitryp. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Mitryp on the Kidneys?
Mitryp rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mitryp on the Liver?
Mitryp may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Mitryp on the Heart?
Mitryp may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Mitryp should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mitryp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mitryp habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Mitryp. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mitryp, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Mitryp can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mitryp should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Mitryp can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mitryp
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Mitryp, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mitryp
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mitryp with alcohol will be.
Mitryp works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger that is called serotonin in the brain which helps in regulating the mood and treating depression. It also stops the movement of the pain signal from the nerve to the brain. Hence, in this way, it treats depression and relieves neuropathic pain.
Mitryp is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people if taken without doctor's advice.
Taking Mitryp with diazepam can increase the risk of drowsiness and sleepiness. Breathing difficulties have also been reported. Hence, avoid using these two medicines together until and unless prescribed by your doctor.
Mitryp can be safely taken for a long time as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Using Mitryp together with antihistamines may increase unpleasant drug-induced side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in breathing. Avoid taking these medicines together or consult your doctor before taking these two medicine at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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