ORATAB 100 MG TABLET - Comprehensive Product Information

ORATAB 100 MG Tablets are a prescription medication primarily used to manage various mental health conditions. Formulated with the active ingredient Paroxetine, a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI), this medication helps to restore the balance of serotonin in the brain, improving mood and reducing symptoms associated with depression and anxiety.

Benefits of ORATAB 100 MG Tablets

• Effective in treating Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
• Helps alleviate symptoms of Panic Disorder, including panic attacks.
• Manages Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) symptoms.
• Reduces anxiety and fear associated with Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia).
• Provides relief for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
• Assists in treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
• Improves overall mood and quality of life for individuals with specific mental health conditions.

How to Use

1. Always take ORATAB exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose or discontinue without medical advice.
2. It is typically taken once daily, usually in the morning, with or without food. Taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
3. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet.
4. Your doctor will usually start treatment with a low dose and gradually increase it over several weeks based on your response.
5. It may take several weeks to feel the full effects of the medication. Continue taking it as prescribed even if you don't feel immediate improvement.

Caution & Warnings

• Suicidal Thoughts: Monitor for worsening depression, suicidal thoughts, or unusual changes in behavior, especially in young adults (under 25) at the start of treatment or during dose adjustments. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur.
• Withdrawal Symptoms: Do not stop taking ORATAB suddenly without consulting your doctor. Gradual dose reduction is necessary to prevent withdrawal symptoms such as dizziness, sensory disturbances (e.g., electric shock sensations), sleep disturbances, agitation, or anxiety.
• Alcohol Interaction: Avoid consuming alcohol while taking ORATAB, as it can intensify side effects like drowsiness and dizziness.
• Driving & Operating Machinery: This medication may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how ORATAB affects you.
• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. ORATAB should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
• Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs, herbal supplements, and vitamins, to avoid potential interactions, especially with MAOIs, blood thinners, and other antidepressants.
• Serotonin Syndrome: A potentially life-threatening condition may occur when SSRIs are taken with other serotonin-increasing drugs. Symptoms include agitation, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, fever, muscle stiffness, and severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Paroxetine Hydrochloride (equivalent to 100 MG Paroxetine base).
• Excipients: Typically include microcrystalline cellulose, calcium hydrogen phosphate, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, and macrogol, among others. Refer to the package leaflet for the complete list.

Product Details

• Dosage Form: Oral Tablets
• Strength: 100 MG Paroxetine
• Pack Size: 6 Tablets
• Manufacturer: Saudi Japanese Pharmaceuticals (SJAP)