Nortin 10 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nortin 10 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....
... Show more
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nortin 10 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Nortin 10 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Nortin 10 may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Nortin 10 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nortin 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Nortin 10 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nortin 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Use of Nort...
... Show more
Medicine Overview of Nortin 10mg Capsule
Introduction
Nortin 10 is known as a tricyclic antidepressant. It is used to treat depression and night time bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) by older children at different doses. Additionally, it may also be prescribed for neuropathic pain.
Nortin 10 works by in...
... Show more
Uses of Nortin 10
Depression
Bed-wetting
Side effects of Nortin 10
Common
Increased heart rate
Weight gain
Difficulty in urination
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
How to use Nortin 10
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. Nortin 10 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Nortin 10 works
Nortin 10 is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
What if you forget to take Nortin 10?
If you miss a dose of Nortin 10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Nortin 10 is used for the treatment of depression and bedwetting in children.
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may cause drowsiness or sleepiness.
You may be asked for regular blood tests to monitor the blood cell count or level of sodium and sugar in the blood.
Inform your doctor if you notice behavioral changes, mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medicine affects you.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Brief Description
Indication
Depression, Nocturnal enuresis
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Depression
Adult: 75-100 mg/day in 3 or 4 divided doses. Max: 150 mg/day in severe depression.
Elderly: 30-50 mg/day in divided doses.
He...
... Show more
Child Dose
Oral
Depression
Child: Adolescent: 30-50 mg/day in divided doses.
Nocturnal enuresis
Child: 6-7 yr (20-25 kg): 10 mg;
8-11 yr (25-35kg): 10-20...
... Show more
Contraindication
Mania, recent MI, arrhythmias (particularly heart block); severe liver disease; children <6 yr.
Mode of Action
Nortriptyline, a dibenzocycloheptadiene tricyclic antidepressant, is the primary active metabolite of amitriptyline. It increases synaptic concentrati...
... Show more
Precaution
Not intended for treatment of bipolar depression. Avoid abrupt withdrawal. Patient at risk of seizures, w/ DM, narrow angle glaucoma, urinary retentio...
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.