Information about Milnacipran Hcl

Generic Name : Milnacipran Hcl
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Milnacipran Hcl are provided here.

Pronunciation : mil-NA-si-pran

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Milnacipran Hcl, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Therapeutic Classification : Psychotherapeutics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Milnacipran Hcl

India :

Milborn, Milnace.

International :

Savella

Why is Milnacipran Hcl Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), prescribed for fibromyalgia. It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.

When should Milnacipran Hcl not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with increased eye pressure, known hypersensitivity, who are taking MAOIs, or within 14 days of discontinuing treatment with MAOIs.

What is the dosage of Milnacipran Hcl?

Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 50-100 mg twice daily.

How should Milnacipran Hcl be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Milnacipran Hcl?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of seizures, heart diseases, high blood pressure, bleeding disorder, kidney, or liver impairment, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, increased eye pressure, dehydration, alcoholism, bipolar disorder, mental illness, suicidal thoughts, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of serotonin syndrome, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) with the following symptoms: agitation, coma, confusion, excessive sweating, fast or irregular heartbeat, fever, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, tremor, fever, stiff muscles, confusion, abnormal thinking, fast or irregular heartbeat and sweating. If is so consult with your doctor immediately.

• Monitor blood pressure, heart rate, and liver function regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Milnacipran Hcl?

Heart - Palpitations, fast heart rate, high blood pressure, flushing and hot flush.
Eye - Blurred vision.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, constipation, vomiting, dry mouth and abdominal pain.
General - Chest pain, chills and chest discomfort.
Metabolic - Decreased appetite.
♦ Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, migraine, tingling, tremor, sensory loss, sleeplessness, anxiety, anger, aggression and homicidal ideation.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection and difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Excessive sweating, rash and itching.