Unidep SR 300 Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)

Unidep SR 300 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and smoking addiction. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that relax the nerves and have a calming effect on the brain.

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General Information

Contains

Bupropion (300mg)

Marketer

Consern Pharma Limited

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Product introduction

Unidep SR 300 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include insomnia (difficulty sleeping), allergic reaction, impaired concentration, sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. Moreover, most of the side effects are immediate and often go away with time. Please consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you have any history of seizure or if you drink alcohol. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual mood changes or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Uses of Unidep Tablet ER

Benefits of Unidep Tablet ER

Depression
Unidep SR 300 Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Unidep SR 300 Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

Smoking addiction
Smoking addiction can have adverse effects on your physical, mental as well as behavioral health. Unidep SR 300 Tablet is a medicine used, along with social support and counseling, to help people in quitting smoking and to avoid having the urge to smoke again. Unidep SR 300 Tablet starts working from the very first dose and is a very safe and effective way of treating smoking addiction.

Side effects of Unidep Tablet ER

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 Unidep

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Allergic reaction
Impaired concentration
Sweating
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Taste change
Abdominal pain
Agitation
Anxiety
Fever
Constipation
Tremors

How to use Unidep Tablet ER

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. Unidep SR 300 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Unidep Tablet ER works

Unidep SR 300 Tablet works in depression by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that helps in regulating mood. The mechanism underlying its use in smoking addiction are not fully understood.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Unidep SR 300 Tablet for the treatment of depression.
It can also help you quit smoking.
Take it in the morning to avoid difficulty sleeping later that night.
It causes fewer side effects as compared to other anti-depression medications.
Stop taking Unidep SR 300 Tablet and inform your doctor if you notice sudden mood and behavior changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizure disorder, eating disorder, or if you drink alcohol.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Unidep SR 300 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Unidep SR 300 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

CAUTION

Unidep SR 300 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Unidep SR 300 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Unidep SR 300 Tablet may cause dizziness or light-headedness, may affect your concentration and judgement. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Unidep SR 300 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Unidep SR 300 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Unidep SR 300 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Unidep SR 300 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised for the use of Unidep SR 300 Tablet in these patients with close monitoring from a doctor for any possible side effects.

Frequently asked questions

Does Unidep SR 300 Tablet help with anxiety and sleeplessness?

No, Unidep SR 300 Tablet should not be used for anxiety or sleeplessness. Instead, it may worsen anxiety. In fact, two of the common side effects are anxiety and sleeplessness. It is because of this that your doctor may even advise you not to take Unidep SR 300 Tablet too close to bedtime.

Is Unidep SR 300 Tablet addictive?

If Unidep SR 300 Tablet is taken in the correct dose, for the correct duration, and in the correct way as advised by the doctor, then there is no risk of addiction. However, if more than the recommended dose is taken or if the tablets are crushed and inhaled, then abuse potential and addiction are likely.

What are the factors that can increase chances of seizures with Unidep SR 300 Tablet?

The risk of seizure appears to be strongly associated with the dose of Unidep SR 300 Tablet. Increasing your dose of Unidep SR 300 Tablet may increase the risk. The risk of seizure increases with regular intake of alcohol, diabetes, serious head injury or history of head trauma, previous seizures, central nervous system tumor or infection, or addiction to cocaine, opiates, or stimulants. The risk also increases with simultaneous use of medicines to treat psychosis or depression, theophylline and oral corticosteroids, or if you are taking medicines that cause loss of appetite (anorectics).

Is it normal to get red eyes after starting Unidep SR 300 Tablet?

No, it is very rare to develop eye problems such as redness in and around the eyes, eye pain, and blurred vision. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects or want to know if you are at risk or not. You can even receive preventative treatment if you are at risk.

Do I need to take any precautions to prevent seizures?

Since the risk of seizures is dose-related, you should not exceed the recommended dose. In case you need an increase in the dosage, your doctor will gradually increase the dose. Seizures are more common with Unidep SR 300 Tablet medicines which are released immediately on taking than with prolonged-release preparations. Consult your doctor if you are trying to stop alcohol while using Unidep SR 300 Tablet. It is advised that you reduce your alcohol intake slowly over time.

Can I take Unidep SR 300 Tablet if I am already taking captopril for blood pressure control?

You may take Unidep SR 300 Tablet while taking captopril, but you need to get your blood pressure regularly checked. Unidep SR 300 Tablet can increase your blood pressure even if you are taking captopril. If your blood pressure increases, then consult your doctor immediately since you may have to stop Unidep SR 300 Tablet.

What if someone takes excess of Unidep SR 300 Tablet?

Excess of Unidep SR 300 Tablet may cause fast heartbeat, drowsiness, changes in electrical activity of the heart (arrhythmias, QT prolongation), and loss of consciousness. The patient should be given immediate medical support.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Propiophenone Derivetive

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI)

References

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Marketer details

Name: Consern Pharma Limited
Address: Consern Pharma Private Limited, Kuljive Mahajan(Mg. Director), Rural Focal Point, V.P.O. Tibba, Ludhiana - 141120, Punjab, India

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Country of origin: India
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Unidep SR 300 Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Unidep Tablet ER

Benefits of Unidep Tablet ER

Side effects of Unidep Tablet ER

How to use Unidep Tablet ER

How Unidep Tablet ER works

All substitutes for Unidep SR 300 Tablet

Bupozen 300 Tablet ER

Brunojoy 300 Tablet ER

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Does Unidep SR 300 Tablet help with anxiety and sleeplessness?

Is Unidep SR 300 Tablet addictive?

What are the factors that can increase chances of seizures with Unidep SR 300 Tablet?

Is it normal to get red eyes after starting Unidep SR 300 Tablet?

Do I need to take any precautions to prevent seizures?

Can I take Unidep SR 300 Tablet if I am already taking captopril for blood pressure control?

What if someone takes excess of Unidep SR 300 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

Patient concerns

Please suggest me a good psychotherapist for smoking de addiction and anxiety and depression in Bangalore. How many sittings I have to take as I am an outsider to Bangalore.

How stop smoking Please help i am very tired

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