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Pentoxol M Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Pentoxol M Tablet (Flupenthixol + Melitracen) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

Flupenthixol 0.5mg, Melitracen 10mg

Manufacturer

Scotmann Pharmaceuticals

Estimated price

Price not listed

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What is Pentoxol M Tablet used for?

  • Anxiety (dard-e-dil)
  • Depression (kamzori)
  • Psychogenic depression (roozgaar se bhi zyada kamzori)
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Important warnings

  • Do not use if allergic
  • Severe central nervous system depression
  • Acute alcohol, barbiturate, or opioid intoxication

Pentoxol M Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NamePentoxol M
Generic NameFlupenthixol + Melitracen
StrengthFlupenthixol 0.5mg, Melitracen 10mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassAntidepressant, Anxiolytic
ManufacturerScotmann Pharmaceuticals
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 200 - 450 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Pentoxol M Tablet? (Pentoxol M Tablet kya hai)

Pentoxol M Tablet is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for treating various mental health conditions. It contains Flupenthixol and Melitracen, which are used to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. This medication works by targeting inflammatory or infection-related pathways in the body. Following the doctor's prescription regarding dosage and duration is crucial for effective treatment.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Anxiety (dard-e-dil)
  • Depression (kamzori)
  • Psychogenic depression (roozgaar se bhi zyada kamzori)
  • Depressive neuroses (dil ki kuchh dardiyon)
  • Masked depression (kamzori jis ko samajhte nahi hain)
  • Psychosomatic affections (roozgaar se bhi zyada kamzori)
  • Apathy (kuchh na karna chahne ka dard)
  • Dysphoria (dil ki kuchh dardiyon)
  • Chronic Stress

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals suffering from anxiety
  • People diagnosed with depression
  • Patients experiencing psychogenic depression

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If allergic to Flupenthixol or Melitracen
  • Severe central nervous system depression
  • Acute alcohol, barbiturate, or opioid intoxication

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na len.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Do not use if allergic
  • Severe central nervous system depression
  • Acute alcohol, barbiturate, or opioid intoxication

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Dizziness, Dry mouth, Constipation
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Antidepressants
  • Anti-anxiety medications

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Chest pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Generic brandVariousFlupenthixol + Melitracen
Alternative brandVariousFlupenthixol + Melitracen

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 200 - 450 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Pentoxol M Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

A: Pentoxol M Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Pentoxol M Tablet kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: Pentoxol M Tablet ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Pentoxol M Tablet ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Pentoxol M Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Pentoxol M Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-01-27 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pentoxol M Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

Pentoxol M Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Pentoxol M Tablet kitne mg ki hoti hai?

Pentoxol M Tablet ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Pentoxol M Tablet ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Pentoxol M Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Pentoxol M Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.