Is Placida Tablet banned in India?

If you are one of those who had taken or has been taking the pink coloured tablet called Deanxit (Placida, Franxit) for your anxiety and depression; there is news for you. It has been suspended (banned) for sale and manufacture in India as of 18th June, 2013.

Is Placida banned?

The third drug, a combination of Flupenthixol and Melitracen sold as Deanxit (Lundbeck), Placida (Mankind), Franxit (Intas) and Restfull (Lupin) is facing a ban because deanxit is prohibited for sale in Denmark and the combination is not sold in major countries.

Should I take Placida?

Placida Tablet helps treat anxiety and depression. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Placida Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse. It can cause changes in your blood sugar levels.

Is Placida Tablet habit forming?

Uses of Placida Tablet It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine. The habit-forming potential of this medicine is not clinically established.

What happens if I stop Placida?

No, you should continue to take Placida Plus 0.5 mg/10 mg Tablet, even if you feel well. If you stop Placida Plus 0.5 mg/10 mg Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.

How fast does Placida work?

Uses of Placida Plus Tablet The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30-60 minutes of administration of the dose. The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 4 to 5 days. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

Why are Flupentixol and melitracen tablets banned?

India’s ministry of health and family welfare has banned the popular diabetes drug pioglitazone, the painkiller metamizole, and the psychiatric combination flupentixol with melitracen with immediate effect, because it said that their use was “likely to involve risk to human beings.”

What is Stalopam Plus used for?

Stalopam Plus Tablet 15’s is a combination of two medicines: clonazepam and escitalopram. It is used to treat anxiety disorders. Clonazepam increases the effect of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which can decrease brain activity.

What is melitracen used for?

Melitracen (brand names Melixeran) is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA), for the treatment of depression and anxiety. In addition to single drug preparations, it is also available as Deanxit, marketed by Lundbeck, a combination product containing both melitracen and flupentixol.

When should I take melitracen and flupentixol tablets?

Adult: Per tablet contains flupentixol 0.5 mg and melitracen 10 mg: 1 tablet in the morning and at midday. May double morning dose in severe cases. Not to exceed 4 tablets daily.