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The composition of the preparation Tianeptine is an organic chemical compound that is a derivative of dibenzothiazepine. Tianeptine is used to treat depression and anxiety.
Action of the drug Tianeptine
Tianeptine has antidepressant and anxiolytic effects. This preparation has an unusual mechanism of action. Increases serotonin reuptake in the central nervous system. It also stimulates the electrical activity of nerve cells, accelerating the recovery of their activity after a temporary inhibition of functioning.
Tianeptine has a stimulating and calming effect, limiting somatic disorders (on the part of the digestive system) on the nervous background, alleviating the perceived anxiety and improving the mood in depressive states. Tianeptine does not induce sleep. It also does not adversely affect libido and sexual function. It does not cause weight gain.
It reduces nervous tension and anxiety symptoms. It allows you to reduce the amount of anti-anxiety medications you are taking.
Indications for the use of the medical preparation Tianeptine
Tianeptine is given to patients with depression and to treat anxiety.
Tianeptine can be used to treat depression also in people addicted to alcohol.
Contraindications to the use of the medical preparation Tianeptine
A contraindication to the use of Tianeptine is an allergy to any component of the preparation.
Tianeptine is not indicated for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
The drug should be administered with caution in patients with renal insufficiency and hepatic impairment.
Tianeptine is intended for adults. Tianeptine is not recommended for use in children under 15 years of age.
How is Tianeptine used?
Tianeptine should be taken orally before a meal, three times a day. Elderly people and patients with renal insufficiency should take a lower dose of the drug twice a day. The doctor determines the dose and duration of the treatment.
Side effects of Tianeptine
Like all medications, Tianeptine can have side effects and undesirable effects. Allergic reactions may occur in people who are allergic to tianeptine. Administration of the drug may also cause abdominal pain and other gastrointestinal disturbances.
Precautions for the use of Tianeptine and additional considerations
Tianeptine must not be combined with the consumption of alcohol, as it may increase the effect of the drug.
Tianeptine should not be used after the expiry date stated on the package. The preparation should be stored at room temperature, in a tightly closed container, out of the sight and reach of children.
Tianeptine may impair psychomotor performance. Therefore, you should not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
Depressed people may have thoughts of suicide during the first weeks of treatment with Tianeptine. Therefore, the patient’s condition should be carefully monitored.
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