Triptal Plus Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Ceras Pharmaceutical
Active Ingredient	Amitriptyline (NA) + Chlordiazepoxide (NA)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	Yes
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	406

FAQ

Are there any important warnings associated with use of Triptal Plus?

During the first few months of treatment, Triptal Plus 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.

Can I stop taking Triptal Plus when my symptoms are relieved?

No, you should continue to take Triptal Plus, even if you feel well. If you stop Triptal Plus suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.

How long does Triptal Plus take to work?

Everybody responds differently to the treatment. In general, it can take several weeks to feel the full benefits of Triptal Plus, although some people will start to feel better sooner. When taking Triptal Plus, it is important to give it time to work.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Triptal Plus?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack 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.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Triptal Plus?

No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Triptal Plus. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Triptal Plus.

Can the use of Triptal Plus cause sleepiness?

Yes, Triptal Plus can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.

How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Triptal Plus?

There are reports which suggest that the use of Triptal Plus can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain than losing increased weight.

Can the use of Triptal Plus affect my sexual life?

The use of Triptal Plus can affect the sexual life of both men and women. Most commonly caused problems are decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain 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.

Can the use of Triptal Plus change the color of urine?

Yes, Triptal Plus can the change the color of the urine to blue or green. This change of color is expected while using Triptal Plus, and it is not harmful. Your urine color becomes normal once you stop taking Triptal Plus.

What if you forget to take Triptal Plus?

If you miss a dose of Triptal Plus, 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.

Triptal Plus Tablet Reviews

Triptal Plus is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of depression associated with anxiety. It helps in regulating mood and to reduce anxiety.

Triptal Plus is taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. In case you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Never skip any dose 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 the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. Taking this medicine for a long time may require regular monitoring of blood and liver functions.

Some common side effects of this medicine include constipation, difficulty in urination, weight gain, confusion, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing). This medicine may cause weight loss. In case of losing weight, consult a dietitian for dietary supplements or try to increase your food portion. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild. 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. Remember to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it may lead to suicidal thoughts.

Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How Triptal Plus Tablet Works

Triptal Plus is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use Triptal Plus Tablet

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

Benefits of Triptal Plus Tablet

In Treatment of Depression: Triptal Plus works by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increase your energy level. It is an effective antidepressant but may cause drowsiness. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.

Uses of Triptal Plus Tablet

Treatment of Depression

Triptal Plus Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Triptal Plus 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.

Liver ^CAUTION

Triptal Plus should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Triptal Plus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Triptal Plus is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Triptal Plus may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.As Triptal Plus may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Triptal Plus is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Triptal Plus may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Triptal Plus.

Quick Tips

If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Triptal Plus may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
Do not stop taking Triptal Plus 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.
Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
Triptal Plus is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Triptal Plus may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Do not stop taking Triptal Plus 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.
Avoid alcohol while taking Triptal Plus.
Triptal Plus is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
Avoid alcohol while taking Triptal Plus.