What is Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) used for?

Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant prescribed to treat patients suffering from severe depression or social anxiety. The medication operates by balancing levels of neurotransmitters in the brain to elevate mood and relieving feelings of worthlessness or anxiety. Your physician may also prescribe it to treat other conditions that are not listed here.

How should I use Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide)?

Always follow your physician's instructions for using Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) to get the safest and most effective results from treatments. It is typically administered once each day, but your individual regimen will depend on your current health condition and symptoms. Always swallow the tablets whole with a full glass of water. Never alter the form of the medicine by crushing, splitting, or chewing it as this may destroy or change the effects of the contents. If you have questions about using the medication, ask your pharmacist or physician to ensure the correct application.

What are the side effects of Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide)?

Some patients using Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide) have reported experiencing side effects such as:

• Headache
• Dizziness or drowsiness
• Dry mouth or bad taste in the mouth
• Insomnia
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Excess fluid retention

Immediately tell your physician if any of these symptoms become severe or if other serious side effects appear including faintness, severe mood changes, or intense skin reactions. These conditions may require emergency medical attention or changes to your regimen to prevent further complications from occurring.

Please Note

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Apo-Moclobemide (Moclobemide). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.