Axepta 10 Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It helps to improve attention span, concentration and reduces impulsive behavior.
Axepta 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not 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 headache, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, increased heart rate, and high blood pressure. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. This medicine causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Before taking Axepta 10 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts. This medicine may increase your blood pressure, so it is better to monitor it regularly and consult your doctor if it is bothersome.
In Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that makes a person impulsive, restless, creates difficulty in concentrating or paying attention, and leads to behavioral issues. Axepta 10 Tablet helps you improve these symptoms, making you more alert, energetic, and focused. It is the most effective medicine for treating ADHD. It improves your behavior and enhances the quality of life.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AXEPTA 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 Axepta
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Sleepiness
Decreased appetite
Abdominal pain
Increased heart rate
High blood pressure
HOW TO USE AXEPTA 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. Axepta 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW AXEPTA TABLET WORKS
Axepta 10 Tablet modulates the activity of certain chemical messengers in the brain, which increases attention and decreases restlessness. It is a non-stimulant medicine.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Axepta 10 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Axepta 10 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
Axepta 10 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
Axepta 10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Axepta 10 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Axepta 10 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Axepta 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Axepta 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.