Retalin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Fear. Retalin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Retalin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Retalin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Retalin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Retalin's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Retalin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Retalin related warnings section.
Retalin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Retalin in conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Bipolar Disorder. The section on Retalin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Retalin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Retalin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Retalin 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Retalin safe for pregnant women?
Retalin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Retalin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Retalin safe during breastfeeding?
Retalin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Retalin on the Kidneys?
Retalin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Retalin on the Liver?
Retalin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Retalin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Retalin on the heart have been reported.
Retalin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Retalin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Retalin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Retalin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Retalin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Retalin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Retalin has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Retalin
You can take Retalin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Retalin
Consumption of alcohol and Retalin together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Retalin may cause tremors (unintentional oscillatory movement of the body part). Other movement disorders caused by Retalin are dystonia (excessive contraction of a muscle leading to involuntary twisting), and akathisia (sense of restlessness and an intense desire to move).
No, Retalin 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.
Yes, Retalin may cause sweating but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of sweating is unknown but it is presumed that sweating occurs due to stimulation of sweat glands which causes excess sweating.
Rarely, Retalin may cause dependence. It is, therefore, extremely important that one takes Retalin under the guidance of a doctor and comply with his recommendations completely.
No, Retalin 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.
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