About Zosert 25mg Tablet 10’s
Zosert 25mg Tablet 10’s belongs to the class of medications called antidepressants. It is used in the treatment of neurological diseases such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children and adolescents between 6 to 17 years of age. Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss, or anger. Anxiety is the feeling of fear about what’s about to come. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur in people who have experienced a terrifying or traumatic event. Panic disorder is characterized by a panic attack in which the patient experiences a sudden feeling of terror even if there is no real danger. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is the excessive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviour.
Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s contains sertraline which is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases the release of the serotonin hormone in the body, which is responsible for improving mood, cognition, and memory.
Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s is available in oral tablet form. Do not increase or decrease the dose without the doctor’s advice. The dose is determined based on your health condition. Your doctor gradually reduces the dose before stopping the treatment. Do not abruptly stop taking the medication. Abrupt stopping of the treatment may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as flu-like symptoms, headache, dizziness, insomnia, restlessness, and nausea. These symptoms usually appear during the first few days after stopping treatment and go away after a few days. If the symptoms persist or worsen, consult a doctor immediately.
Common side-effects of Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s are drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, headache, diarrhoea, dry mouth, sore throat, loss of appetite, feeling unwell, and irritation. Zosert 25mg Tablet 10’s may cause akathisia, a feeling of restlessness, in which the patients unable to sit or standstill. In some cases, Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s may cause suicidal thoughts. The risk is high in children and adolescents. So, patients who are taking Zosert 25mg Tablet 10’s are regularly monitored. Normally, these side-effects improve with discontinuation of treatment.
Do not take Zosert 25mg Tablet 10’s if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to sertraline or other ingredients present in this medicine. Before taking Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s, inform your doctor if you are antidepressants, antipsychotics, antibiotics, any prescription or nonprescription drugs, or any dietary supplements. Tell your doctor if you are previously diagnosed with seizures, schizophrenia, liver diseases, diabetes, or bleeding disorders. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breast-feeding.
Uses of Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s
Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Medicinal Benefits
Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s belongs to the class of antidepressants. It is used in the treatment of neurological diseases such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children and adolescents between 6 to 17 years of age. Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s is a selective, serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases the release of the serotonin hormone, which balances the excitatory responses in the body. It helps in improving mood, memory, cognition, and learning. It also helps to regulate digestion, sleep cycle, and food cravings.
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Side Effects of Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s
Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s may cause side-effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, fatigue, diarrhoea, dry mouth, and delayed ejaculation. Other side-effects are sore throat, loss of appetite, increased appetite, restlessness, numbing or tingling sensation, vision problems, tinnitus (ringing in ears), and malaise (feeling unwell). Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s may decrease sodium levels.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s if you are allergic to sertraline or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are taking antidepressants, antipsychotic medication, antihypertensives, or antibiotics. Talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. Patients with liver diseases, diabetes, heart disease, and bleeding disorders should use Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s with caution. Please do not stop the treatment abruptly as it can cause withdrawal reactions. Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s may cause suicidal thoughts and worsen depression or anxiety. Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s is used with caution in children and adolescents under 18 years of age as it increases suicidal tendencies in this population.
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s may interact with other antidepressants (moclobemide), Parkinson’s disease (selegiline), antibiotic (linezolid), and antipsychiatric drug (pimozide).
Drug-food interactions: Avoid alcohol and grapefruit juice as it may increase the risk of side-effects when taken along with Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s.
Drug-disease interactions: Zosert 25 Tablet 10’s should be used with caution in patients with seizures, schizophrenia, liver diseases, diabetes, heart diseases, and bleeding disorders.
