Oxamine 50 Tablet Information

Oxamine 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression. Oxamine 50 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Oxamine 50 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Oxamine 50 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Oxamine 50 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Oxamine 50 Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oxamine 50 Tablet related warnings talks about Oxamine 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Oxamine 50 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oxamine 50 Tablet in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Heart Disease, Heart Attack. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oxamine 50 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Oxamine 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oxamine 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Oxamine 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Oxamine 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Oxamine 50 Tablet 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: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Oxamine 50 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxamine 50 Tablet is used -

Severe

Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Moderate

Blurred vision
Increased Heart Rate
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Akathisia

Mild

Sleepiness
Weight gain
Dry Mouth
Drowsiness
Paresthesia

Unknown

Abnormal voluntary movements
Difficulty urinating
Parkinsonism
Dystonia

Oxamine 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Oxamine 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Oxamine has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Oxamine 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Oxamine as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxamine 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Use of Oxamine may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Oxamine 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Oxamine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxamine 50 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Oxamine on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Oxamine 50 Tablet with Other Drugs

Oxamine 50 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cyclobenzaprine

Bupropion

Duloxetine

Moderate

Aripiprazole

Promethazine

Diazepam

Quetiapine

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Oxamine 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxamine 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Tardive Dyskinesia
Glaucoma
Heart Disease
Heart Attack
Depression
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Thyroid problems
Bipolar Disorder
Kidney Disease
Urinary Retention

Frequently asked Questions about Oxamine 50 Tablet

Is this Oxamine 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Oxamine 50 Tablet can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oxamine 50 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Oxamine 50 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Oxamine 50 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Oxamine 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxamine 50 Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oxamine 50 Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxamine 50 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Oxamine 50 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe