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Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet is a product of Alpic Biotech Ltd
Composition: Diazepam (2mg) + Imipramine (25mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet

Description:

Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of depression. It is a combination medicine that calms the brain by relaxing the nerve cells. It also increases the level of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating mood.

Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to 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 advised by your doctor as it has habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as this can cause withdrawal effects like depression and difficulty sleeping.

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. Earnest 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Detech Plus

  • Challengingy in urination
  • Weight gain
  • Confusion
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Fatiguedness
  • Blurred vision
  • Depression
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Increased heart rate
  • Constipation
  • Memory impairment
  • Uncoordinated body movements

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
As Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet may impair your alertness or cause drowsiness or blurred vision, and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine.

FAQs:

What is Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet used for?

Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet is used to treat depression, especially when it is accompanied by severe anxiety, panic attacks, or sleep disturbances.<br>

Will Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet make me drowsy?

Affirmative, Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet, particularly the diazepam component, is known to cause significant drowsiness and may impair your coordination. It is very important that you do not drive, operate heavy machinery, or do anything that requires full mental alertness until you know how this medication affects you.​<br>

How is Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet administered, and when is the best time to take it?

Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water, as prescribed by your doctor. Because of its sedating effects, it is often recommended to take this medication in the evening or before bedtime, to help with sleep and minimize daytime drowsiness.​<br>

How quickly will I start to feel better after starting Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet?

The exact time Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet takes to show benefits is not known. However, you may feel some of the calming effects within a few hours. The full antidepressant effects can take several weeks of consistent daily use to become noticeable. It is very important to continue taking the medicine as prescribed, even if you do not feel an immediate improvement in your mood.​<br>

Can I stop taking Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet if I start to feel better?

No, you must never stop taking Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet suddenly. Rapidly stopping can lead to unpleasant and sometimes dangerous withdrawal symptoms from both the medicines present in Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet, namely, diazepam and imipramine. You should always consult your doctor, who will help you to gradually reduce the dose over time.<br>

Is Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet habit-forming?

Affirmative, Detech Plus 2mg/25mg Tablet has the potential to be habit-forming, especially if it is used for a long period of time. It is crucial to only take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, and not for a longer duration than recommended.<br>

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


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