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Riasertal is a drug for treating severe depression and other psychiatric disorders, helping to restore the balance of serotonin levels in the brain.
Riasertal ingredients
Rayasertal contains antidepressant sertraline, which belongs to a group of drugs called selective serotonin recovery inhibitors, which help increase serotonin levels and relieve symptoms of severe depression.
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What are indications of riasertal?
Riasertal is used to treat psychiatric or mood disorders, such as:
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Depression.
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Panic attacks.
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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PTSD.
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social phobia.
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Pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder.
Riasertal dosage
The appropriate dose of riasertal is determined according to the doctor's guidance, and the dose varies depending on the severity of the symptoms and the type of psychiatric disorder.
Dosage of children and adolescents
Riasertal dose of obsessive-compulsive disorder for children and adolescents includes:
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Children 6 - 12 years old: the daily dose starts from 25 mg once.
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Teens from 13 - 17 years old: the daily dose is 50 mg once.
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Maximum daily dose is 200 mg.
Adult Dosage
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Treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder: starting at 50 mg once a day, and increasing as needed at least a week later.
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Treatment of panic attacks, PTSD, and social phobia: the dose starts from 25 mg per day and can be increased after a week to 50 mg per day, and the doctor generally determines the appropriate dose.
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Treatment of pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder: the dose starts at 50 mg per day.
Instructions for use
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The drug is used for the elderly at the lowest possible dose to prevent side effects.
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The dose of the drug used in case of liver failure should be reduced.
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You should stop taking the drug gradually so that the withdrawal symptoms do not appear, and do not stop taking it suddenly.
Side Effects of Riasertal
Riasertal may cause some side effects, such as:
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Nausea.
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Diarrhea.
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dyspepsia.
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Dry mouth.
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Sweating.
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Sleepiness.
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Increased heart rate.
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Low blood pressure.
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Pancreatitis.
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Hepatitis.
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Menstrual irregularities.
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Thrombocytopenia.
Contraindications to Riasertal
The use of Ryasirtal is contraindicated:
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Allergy to drug ingredients.
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Not used in conjunction with monoamine oxidase inhibitors or within two weeks since the discontinuation of such medications, it must have been at least two weeks since the discontinuation.
Riasertal Use Precautions
The drug should be used with caution and consult a doctor first in case:
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History of seizures, you should stop taking medication if the patient gets it again.
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Liver failure.
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Kidney failure.
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Suffering from recent myocardial infarction or unstable heart disease.
Riasertal and pregnancy
Riasertal is not used during pregnancy and may lead to the birth of children with persistent pulmonary hypertension, so a doctor should be consulted before using it.
Riasertal and lactation
The doctor should be consulted before taking Riasertal during breastfeeding.
Drug interactions
The doctor should be consulted before taking Riasertal along with any other medication, especially:
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Pimozide.
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Clozapine, antipsychotic drugs.
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Lithium.
Riasertal Price
The price of Riasertal 100 mg 30 tablets is above the description box
FAQs
When does Riasertal effect start?
Riasertal is at its highest level in the blood within 4 - 8 hours of taking it, and some people may notice that symptoms improve within 1 - 2 weeks of taking it, but the drug usually takes 4 - 6 weeks for the best results.
Does Sertraline cause anxiety?
Yes, sertraline may cause anxiety, so you should consult a doctor before taking it.
