alton f 0.25mg/20mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is alton f 0.25mg/20mg tablet used for?
Altin 0.25mg/20mg Tablet (Alprazolam + Fluoxetine) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Alprazolam (0.25mg) + Fluoxetine (20mg), which Alprazolam: Enhances GABA-A receptor activity; Fluoxetine: Inhibits serotonin re. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Alprazolam + Fluoxetine
- Manufacturer: Vellinton Healthcare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alton f 0.25mg/20mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Anxiety disorders, panic disorder, depression with anxiety.
Off-label uses: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, fibromyalgia, social anxiety disorder.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Alprazolam + Fluoxetine |
| Brand Name | Altin 0.25mg/20mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Vellinton Healthcare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Benzodiazepine + Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Alprazolam: Enhances GABA-A receptor activity; Fluoxetine: Inhibits serotonin reuptake.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alton f 0.25mg/20mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alton f 0.25mg/20mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- dizziness
- dry mouth
- nausea
- insomnia
- weight gain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Serotonin syndrome
- seizures
- suicidal thoughts
- severe sedation
- respiratory depression
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- QT prolongation
- agranulocytosis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Risk of serotonin syndrome |
| CYP3A4 inhibitors | Major | Increased alprazolam levels, sedation |
| CYP2D6 inhibitors | Major | Increased fluoxetine levels |
| CNS depressants | Major | Additive sedation, respiratory depression |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Lithium | Moderate | Risk of serotonin syndrome |
| St. John's Wort | Minor | Decreased fluoxetine efficacy |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., paroxetine)
- Other CNS depressants (e.g., alcohol, opioids)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin)
- Anticonvulsants (e.g., phenytoin)
- NSAIDs
- Lithium
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Oral contraceptives
- St. John's Wort
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase alprazolam levels; avoid alcohol.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; increased CNS depression and risk of overdose.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, concurrent MAOI use, narrow-angle glaucoma, severe respiratory insufficiency.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function, renal function, ECG, mood, suicidal ideation, serotonin syndrome symptoms.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; both drugs excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care, flumazenil for alprazolam, activated charcoal, monitoring for serotonin syndrome.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double.