Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet

Short Description

Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of depression. It helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that relaxes the brain and nerves, thus treating your depression.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet include dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, blurred vision, increased heart rate, muscle rigidity, restlessness, and tremor. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. 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.

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. Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Flupenthixol and Melitracen. Flupenthixol is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. Melitracen is a tricyclic antidepressant which increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse. It can cause changes in your blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, thyroid disorder, severe heart disease, or a urinary disorder. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts. Let your doctor know you are taking Ambupress FM 0.5mg/10mg Tablet before undergoing any surgical procedure.