Tridep 25mg Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is mostly used to treat depression that is unresponsive to alternative treatment. It is also used in the management of anxiety disorder.Tridep 25mg Tablet works by increasing the levels 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 drowsy. 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. 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 may be modified or gradually decreased before stopping the medication.The most common side effects of Tridep 25mg Tablet include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so 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 them. Serious side effects associated with this medicine 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 or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional 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 strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should strictly be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.

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. Tridep 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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. Tridep 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Tridep 25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tridep 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 feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tridep 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.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Tridep 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Tridep 25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.However, some studies suggest a cautious use of this medicine in patients with kidney disease.

- Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

If you miss a dose of Tridep 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.

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Chemical Class :: Dibenzoxepin Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS

Treatment of $name is thought to work by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieves anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy level. It is used to treat depression that is unresponsive to other medicines. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly. Depression|Treatment of Anxiety disorder

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Q. What is Tridep 25mg Tablet used for?::: Tridep 25mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat anxiety disorder and depression that is unresponsive to other alternative medicines. It is also used to relieve nerve pain and fibromyalgia. Tridep 25mg Tablet should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor, exactly as directed.| Q. Is Tridep 25mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?::: No. Tridep 25mg Tablet is not a muscle relaxant. It is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) used in the treatment of depression, nerve pain, and anxiety disorder.| Q. What is the difference between Tridep 25mg Tablet and amitriptyline?::: Tridep 25mg Tablet is chemically related to Amitriptyline and both are tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) medicine. There is overlap in pharmacological property of this medicine.| Q. Is Tridep 25mg Tablet the same as doxepin?::: Tridep 25mg Tablet and doxepin are different medicines but belong to the similar chemical class. Doxepin, at low doses, can improve sleep in patients with insomnia. It is also available in the topical form for use in various neuro-dermatitis syndrome, especially itching.| Q. How to stop Tridep 25mg Tablet?::: If your doctor asks you to stop Tridep 25mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Sudden discontinuation may cause aggression, anxiety, blurred vision, concentration impairment, constipation and crying spell.| Q. Is Tridep 25mg Tablet fatal?::: Yes. Tridep 25mg Tablet can be fatal (can cause death) in overdose. This is due to a life-threatening or dangerous side effect in overdose like hyperthermia, seizure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension or sudden death. That's why it is generally not considered a first-line option for depression because of side effect profile.| Q. Can I take Tridep 25mg Tablet with diazepam?::: It is better to avoid this combination. Diazepam is a sedative drug and Tridep 25mg Tablet may cause sedation as a side effect too. Taking both of them together can increase the drowsiness or sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you are taking diazepam.| Q. Can Tridep 25mg Tablet be used in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia?::: No. Tridep 25mg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal or 5th cranial nerve, one of the most widely distributed nerves in the head.| Q. Can Tridep 25mg Tablet be used in the treatment of burning mouth syndrome?::: No. Tridep 25mg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of burning mouth syndrome. Burning mouth syndrome is a painful condition of mouth that is burning, scalding, tingling or feeling of numbness that may occur every day for months or longer.| Q. Can I take Tridep 25mg Tablet for depression?::: Yes. Tridep 25mg Tablet is indicated for the treatment of depression. It has a potential advantage in the patient with depression if associated with insomnia and anxiety. It is generally not considered a first-line option for depression because of side effect profile but very useful for severe or treatment-resistant depression.| Q. Can Tridep 25mg Tablet used to treat IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)?::: No. Tridep 25mg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterised by chronic or recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort associated with altered bowel habits.| Q. Can Tridep 25mg Tablet be used to treat insomnia with depression?::: Yes. Tridep 25mg Tablet may be used for the treatment of insomnia (too much arousal both at night and during the day) associated with depression. Because it can cause drowsiness or sedation as side effects, it is effective in treating insomnia associated with depression.| Q. Can I use Tridep 25mg Tablet for fibromyalgia?::: Yes. Tridep 25mg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a pain syndrome with tenderness but no structural pathology in muscles, ligamanets or joints.| Q. Can I use Tridep 25mg Tablet for nerve pain?::: Yes. Tridep 25mg Tablet is indicated for the treatment of nerve pain/neuropathic pain. Chronic pain/Neuropathic pain is described as pain that arises from damage to, or dysfunction of, any part of peripheral or central nervous system. It is associated with the disease which can affect nerves like diabetes mellitus or herpes infections.

Dryness in mouth
Increased heart rate
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Difficulty in urination
Constipation
Blurred vision