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Bardep Tablet


Product introduction

Bardep Tablet is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Bardep Tablet is used to treat depression and Anxiety.

Uses of Bardep Tablet

Benefits of Bardep Tablet

In Treatment of Depression

Bardep Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

In Treatment of Panic disorder

Bardep Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better, unless your doctor advises you to.

In Treatment of Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Bardep Tablet helps relieve symptoms of many anxiety disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in your brain. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants and is normally taken once a day. It helps you feel calm with a better ability to deal with problems. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop. Additionally, exercising and eating a healthy diet can also help improve your mood.

Side effects of Bardep Tablet

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

Common side effects of Bardep

  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Indigestion
  • Influenza like syndrome
  • Loss of appetite
  • Depression
  • Low sexual desire
  • Nausea
  • Sore throat
  • Sweating
  • Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Yawning
  • Abnormal dreams
  • Delayed ejaculation
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Nervousness
  • Sleepiness
  • Sinus infection

How to use Bardep Tablet

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bardep Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bardep 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
Bardep 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
Bardep Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bardep Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bardep Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Bardep Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bardep Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Bardep Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bardep 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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Quick tips

  • Take Bardep Tablet in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
  • It may cause anxiety and agitation when you first start taking it.
  • It may cause weight loss and decreased appetite.
  • Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Bardep Tablet affects you.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience difficulty having an orgasm or have decreased sex drive.
  • The addiction/dependence potential of Bardep Tablet is very less.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without doctor consultation as that may lead to agitation, anxiety, and dysphoria.
     

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Trifluoromethylbenzenes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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FAQs

What is Bardep Tablet? What is it used for?

Bardep Tablet is an antidepressant drug and belongs to the class of selective serotonin re−uptake inhibitors (SSRIs). In adults, this medicine is used to treat major depressive episodes, eating disorder (bulimia nervosa) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). In children and adolescents aged eight years and above, it is used to treat moderate to severe major depressive disorder.

Does Bardep Tablet cause sleepiness?

Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Bardep Tablet. However, Bardep Tablet can also cause other sleep problems like insomnia (inability to sleep) and abnormal dreams. You must talk to your doctor if you experience sleep problems while taking Bardep Tablet.

Does Bardep Tablet cause weight gain?

Bardep Tablet does not cause weight gain, rather it causes weight loss, which is a common side effect seen with its use. Weight loss is usually proportional to baseline body weight. Please consult your doctor if you experience a change in weight while taking Bardep Tablet.

Does Bardep Tablet make you tired?

Bardep Tablet can make you feel tired. Fatigue (extreme tiredness) is a very common side effect of Bardep Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking it as the dose may need to be changed.

Does Bardep Tablet cause nausea?

Nausea is a very common side effect of Bardep Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive nausea while taking Bardep Tablet.

How long can I take Bardep Tablet for?

You should take Bardep Tablet only for the duration advised by your doctor. You should not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.

Can I take Bardep Tablet with paracetamol?

Bardep Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. However, when taken together paracetamol can increase the antidepressant effect of Bardep Tablet. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines as there could be other effects of using the two medicines together.

Can I take Bardep Tablet with birth control pills?

Bardep Tablet can be taken with birth control pills. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Is Bardep Tablet addictive?

No, Bardep Tablet is not addictive in nature. No habit-forming potential has been seen with its use. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding the duration of its use.

Is Bardep Tablet safe in pregnancy?

There have been some reports showing an increased risk of birth defects affecting the heart in babies when the mother took Bardep Tablet during the first few months of pregnancy. When taken during the last three months of pregnancy, it may increase the risk of a serious condition in babies, called persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). In this condition, the baby breathes faster and appears bluish. These symptoms usually begin during the first 24 hours after the baby is born. So, it is advisable not to use Bardep Tablet during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.

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