Ocifril 25mg Tablet

Ocifril 25mg Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is used in adults to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It also treats muscular weakness (cataplexy) associated with repeat attacks of sleepiness (narcolepsy) and can manage depression that is unresponsive to other medicines. Ocifril 25mg Tablet works by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel sleepy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any dose and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose will need to be gradually decreased when the doctor decides to stop it. The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in the blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects are rare. Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not addictive, but you can get extra side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency.

• Depression
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Treatment of Narcolepsy (Uncontrollable daytime sleepiness)

Ocifril 25mg Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ocifril 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

• Constipation
• Nausea
• Altered libido
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Increased appetite
• Sweating
• Drowsiness
• Urinary incontinence
• Tremors
• Weight gain
• Aggravation of depression
• Agitation
• Anxiety
• Blurred vision
• Delirium (acute confusional state)
• ECG changes
• Headache
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
• Ringing in ear
• Sleep disorder
• Confusion
• Hallucination
• Mania
• Micturition disorders
• Altered blood sugar level

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ocifril 25mg Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ocifril 25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ocifril 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

DrivingUNSAFE

Ocifril 25mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. If you feel dizzy, tired, have blurred vision, have difficulty concentrating, or have other effects such as confusion, disorientation or your depression gets worse with Ocifril 25mg Tablet, do not drive.

KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Ocifril 25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Ocifril 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ocifril 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable when you are taking this medicine.

If you miss a dose of Ocifril 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class

Dibenzoxepin Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Neuro cns