Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Shatayushi Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Desvenlafaxine (50mg) + Clonazepam (0.5mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingYes
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
User Rating4.9
User Reviews460

FAQ

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Are there any important warnings associated with the use of Devesan Plus 50?
During the first few months of treatment, Devesan Plus 50 may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patients. Patients having mood or behavioral disorder have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.
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What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Devesan Plus 50?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Can the use of Devesan Plus 50 cause sleepiness?
Yes, Devesan Plus 50 can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.
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How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Devesan Plus 50?
There are reports that suggest association of weight gain with the use of Devesan Plus 50. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important point to remember is that it is easier to stop weight gain than losing increased weight.
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Can I drink alcohol while taking Devesan Plus 50?
No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Devesan Plus 50. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Devesan Plus 50.
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Can I stop taking Devesan Plus 50 when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take Devesan Plus 50 even if you feel well. If you stop Devesan Plus 50 suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually.
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Can the use of Devesan Plus 50 affect my sex life?
The use of Devesan Plus 50 can cause sexual side effects in both men and women. Most commonly caused problems are decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain the erection during the sexual activity) and inability to reach orgasm. It can also cause a decrease in satisfaction and cause discomfort while having sex. If you experience these problems, discuss with your doctor.
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How long does Devesan Plus 50 take to work?
Everybody responds differently to the treatment. In general, it can take several weeks to feel the full benefits of Devesan Plus 50, although some people may start to feel better sooner. When taking Devesan Plus 50, it is important to give it time to work.
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What if you forget to take Devesan Plus Tablet ER?
If you miss a dose of Devesan Plus 50, 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.
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Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER Reviews

Devesan Plus 50 is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of depression. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.

Devesan Plus 50 may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, confusion, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), memory impairment, headache, ejaculation disorder, tiredness, erectile dysfunction, low sexual desire, and uncoordinated body movements. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.

Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart disease. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. You should avoid alcohol while taking Devesan Plus 50, as it may worsen certain side effects.

How Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER Works

Devesan Plus 50 is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER

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. Devesan Plus 50 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER

  • In Treatment of Depression: Devesan Plus 50 helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better and increases your energy levels. Devesan Plus 50 prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Uses of Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER

  • Treatment of Depression

Devesan Plus 50 Tablet ER Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Devesan Plus 50 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Devesan Plus 50 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Devesan Plus 50.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Devesan Plus 50 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Devesan Plus 50 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Devesan Plus 50 can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Devesan Plus 50 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Liver  CAUTION
Devesan Plus 50 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Devesan Plus 50 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
  • You have been prescribed Devesan Plus 50 for the treatment of depression.
  • If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Devesan Plus 50.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
  • Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
  • If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Devesan Plus 50.
  • It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
  • It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
  • Do not stop taking Devesan Plus 50 unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
  • You have been prescribed Devesan Plus 50 for the treatment of depression.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
  • Do not stop taking Devesan Plus 50 unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.

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