Treating moderate to severe hot flashes associated with menopause. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Brisdelle is an SSRI. The way it works to treat hot flashes is not known.
Important safety information:
Brisdelle may cause you to not be able to make decisions, think clearly, or react quickly. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to Brisdelle.
Check with your doctor before you use medicines that may cause drowsiness while you are using Brisdelle; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Brisdelle.
Antidepressants (eg, SSRIs) increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or actions in children, teenagers, and young adults. Because Brisdelle is an SSRI, closely watch all patients who take Brisdelle. Contact the doctor at once if new, worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or irritable behavior; panic attacks; or any unusual change in mood or behavior occur. Contact the doctor right away if any signs of suicidal thoughts or actions occur.
If your doctor tells you to stop taking Brisdelle, you will need to wait for several weeks before beginning to take certain other medicines (eg, MAOIs, nefazodone). Ask your doctor when you should start to take your new medicines after you have stopped taking Brisdelle.
Serotonin syndrome is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by Brisdelle. Your risk may be greater if you take Brisdelle with certain other medicines (eg, triptans, MAOIs). Symptoms may include agitation; confusion; hallucinations; coma; fever; fast or irregular heartbeat; tremor; excessive sweating; and nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms.
Certain antidepressants, including Brisdelle, may increase the risk of bleeding. Sometimes, bleeding can be life-threatening. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Some people may be at risk for eye problems from Brisdelle. Your doctor may want you to have an eye exam to see if you are at risk for these eye problems. Call your doctor right away if you have eye pain, vision changes, or swelling or redness in or around the eye.
Low blood sodium levels may occur from treatment with Brisdelle. In severe cases, this can be deadly. Call your doctor right away if you have confusion, decreased coordination, fainting, hallucinations, headache, memory problems, mental or mood changes, seizures, sluggishness, trouble concentrating, or weakness.
Women who take Brisdelle may have a higher risk of bone fractures. Call your doctor right away if you have unusual bone pain or unexplained swelling, tenderness, or bruising.
Other brands of medicine that contain the same ingredient (paroxetine) are available. These other brands may be used to treat depression or other mental problems. Do not take Brisdelle if you are taking any other medicine that contains Brisdelle. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Use Brisdelle with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially low blood sodium levels.
Brisdelle is not approved for use in CHILDREN. Talk with the doctor.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Brisdelle if you are pregnant. It may cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. Brisdelle is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Brisdelle.
Brisdelle side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Headache; nausea; tiredness; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black or bloody stools; new or worsening mental, mood, or behavior changes (eg, agitation, panic attacks, aggressiveness, depression, impulsiveness, irritability, hostility, exaggerated feeling of well-being, restlessness, inability to sit still); red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; stomach pain; suicidal thoughts or attempts; vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Brisdelle be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Brisdelle?
Some medical conditions may interact with Brisdelle. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you or a family member has a history of bipolar disorder (manic-depression), other mental or mood problems, suicidal thoughts or attempts, or alcohol or substance abuse
if you have a history of seizures, stroke, heart problems, high blood pressure, liver problems, kidney problems, bleeding problems, bone problems (eg, osteoporosis), or glaucoma or increased pressure in the eye
if you are dehydrated, have low blood sodium levels, low blood volume, or drink alcohol
if you will be having electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
if you are taking a medicine that contains methylene blue
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Brisdelle. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Abiraterone, anorexiants (eg, phentermine), buspirone, cimetidine, fenfluramine derivatives (eg, dexfenfluramine), fentanyl, linezolid, lithium, lorcaserin, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine, selegiline), meperidine, metoclopramide, nefazodone, serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonists (eg, sumatriptan), sibutramine, SNRIs (eg, venlafaxine), another SSRI (eg, fluoxetine), St. John's wort, tramadol, trazodone, or tryptophan because severe side effects, such as a reaction that may include fever, rigid muscles, blood pressure changes, mental changes, confusion, irritability, agitation, delirium, or coma, may occur
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aspirin, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen) because the risk of bleeding, including stomach bleeding, may be increased
Diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because the risk of low blood sodium levels may be increased
Antiarrhythmics (eg, flecainide, propafenone, quinidine) or phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine, thioridazine) because severe heart problems, including irregular heartbeat, may occur
Cyproheptadine, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), phenobarbital, or phenytoin because they may decrease Brisdelle's effectiveness
Aripiprazole, atomoxetine, clozapine, fluoxetine, iloperidone, pimozide, risperidone, tetrabenazine, theophylline, or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Brisdelle
Digoxin or tamoxifen because their effectiveness may be decreased by Brisdelle
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Brisdelle may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Brisdelle?
Use Brisdelle as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Brisdelle comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Brisdelle refilled.
Take Brisdelle by mouth with or without food.
Take Brisdelle at bedtime unless your doctor has told you otherwise.
Continue to take Brisdelle even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
Do not suddenly stop taking Brisdelle without checking with your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Brisdelle, take it as soon as possible. If it almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Brisdelle.
Can Brisdelle be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Brisdelle be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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