Sensival Information

Sensival is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression.

The correct dosage of Sensival depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Sensival have been listed ahead. These side effects of Sensival are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Sensival's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sensival's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Sensival can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sensival in conditions like Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sensival contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Sensival have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Sensival Benefits & Uses

Sensival is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Sensival 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: Dose may be increased up to 150 mg/day as needed
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: Dose may be increased up to 50 mg/day as needed
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: Dose may be increased up to 50 mg/day as needed

Sensival Related Warnings

Is the use of Sensival safe for pregnant women?

Sensival can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Sensival, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Sensival safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sensival. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Sensival on the Kidneys?

Sensival does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Sensival on the Liver?

Sensival has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Sensival on the Heart?

Sensival is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Sensival with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Atropine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Sensival Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Disease
Schizophrenia
Thyroid problems
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Bipolar Disorder

Frequently asked Questions about Sensival

Is this Sensival habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sensival has not been reported.

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

After taking Sensival you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Sensival only as per medical advice.

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

Sensival has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Sensival Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sensival

Taking Sensival with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sensival

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sensival as it can have severe side effects.

Severe