Apo-Moclobemide

Uses
Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) is an antidepressant with is used in drug therapy for patients affected by a range of depressive disorders, including psychotic depression, bipolar depression and reactive depression. It has also been used for dysthymia, social phobia, panic disorder and other related conditions. Medical experts believe that it works by acting on monoamines (such as dopamine, serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain, which may help to relieve depression. This drug has been the focus of medical research which studied other potential uses, including helping people quit smoking, treating Alzheimer's disease, cognitive impairment, ADHD, migraine and other conditions.

Dosage and Administration
Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) comes as 150mg tablets. After diagnosing your condition and conducting a medical examination, your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take. The tablets must be swallowed whole with water, and it is necessary to take it after a meal. Doctors generally individualise the dosage, and the usually dosage range is between 150mg and 600mg per day, however, patients are usually told to start out with 300mg as a daily dosage. Only take the amount of medicine that your doctor tells you to take.

Side effects
Treatment of depression or any other conditions with Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) may result in some side effects, such as:

• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Diarrhoea
• Irritability
• Problems affecting sleep

You should tell the doctor providing you with treatment if any side effects occur. Although mild side effects are more common, this medication may sometimes cause rare but serious side effects. You will need to seek medical treatment immediately if this happens.

Precautions
Abruptly ceasing treatment may result in withdrawal symptoms, including agitation, anxiety and nausea. Your doctor may provide you with instructions on how to avoid this if treatment is being stopped. This may include gradually lowering your dosage over a period of at least 2 weeks.

The occurrence of suicidal thoughts or the worsening of depression has been reported in some patients treated with antidepressants. Ask your doctor about the risk of this before starting treatment and seek medical attention immediately if you have any thoughts of suicide.

Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.