arotine cr 12.5mg/0.5mg tablet - Paroxetine (12.5mg) + Clonazepam (0.5mg) medicine

arotine cr 12.5mg/0.5mg tablet

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๐Ÿญ Matias Healthcare Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is arotine cr 12.5mg/0.5mg tablet used for?

Aroximat Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR (Paroxetine + Clonazepam) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Paroxetine (12.5mg) + Clonazepam (0.5mg), which Paroxetine: Inhibits serotonin reuptake; Clonazepam: Enhances GABA-A receptor ac. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Paroxetine + Clonazepam
  • Manufacturer: Matias Healthcare Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š arotine cr 12.5mg/0.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Major depressive disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder

Off-label uses: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic pain

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Paroxetine + Clonazepam
Brand NameAroximat Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR
ManufacturerMatias Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassSelective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) + Benzodiazepine
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC, protect from light and moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionParoxetine: Well absorbed orally; Clonazepam: Well absorbed orally
DistributionParoxetine: Extensive distribution; Clonazepam: Highly lipophilic, crosses blood-brain barrier
Protein BindingParoxetine: ~95%; Clonazepam: ~85%
MetabolismParoxetine: Hepatic via CYP2D6; Clonazepam: Hepatic via CYP3A4
Half-LifeParoxetine: ~21 hours; Clonazepam: ~30-40 hours
ExcretionParoxetine: Urine (64% as metabolites, 2% unchanged); Clonazepam: Urine (<2% unchanged)
BioavailabilityParoxetine: ~50-100%; Clonazepam: ~90%
Onset of ActionParoxetine: 1-2 weeks; Clonazepam: 30-60 minutes
Peak Plasma TimeParoxetine: 5-6 hours; Clonazepam: 1-4 hours
Duration of ActionParoxetine: 24 hours; Clonazepam: 6-12 hours

How It Works

Paroxetine: Inhibits serotonin reuptake; Clonazepam: Enhances GABA-A receptor activity

Mechanism Steps

1Paroxetine binds to SERT, blocking serotonin reuptake into presynaptic neuron
2Increased synaptic serotonin activates postsynaptic receptors (5-HT1A, etc.)
3Clonazepam binds to benzodiazepine site on GABA-A receptor

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take arotine cr 12.5mg/0.5mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of arotine cr 12.5mg/0.5mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Fatigue
  • Weight gain

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Serotonin syndrome
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Seizures
  • Severe hypotension
  • Respiratory depression

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Hyponatremia
  • QT prolongation
  • Hepatic failure
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Blood dyscrasias

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
MAOIs Major Serotonin syndrome risk
Warfarin Moderate Increased bleeding risk
Alcohol Major Enhanced sedation and CNS depression

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • Linezolid
  • Methylene Blue
  • CNS Depressants
  • CYP2D6 Inhibitors
  • CYP3A4 Inhibitors

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Anticoagulants
  • NSAIDs
  • Antiplatelet agents
  • Other SSRIs
  • Triptans

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Cimetidine
  • Omeprazole
  • Oral Contraceptives

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Avoid grapefruit juice (increases clonazepam levels); take with or without food

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol; increased CNS depression

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, concurrent MAOI use, narrow-angle glaucoma, severe respiratory insufficiency, myasthenia gravis

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Liver function, renal function, ECG, suicidal ideation, serotonin syndrome symptoms, sedation level

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; both drugs excreted in breast milk

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Activated charcoal, supportive care, flumazenil for clonazepam (caution in mixed overdose), serotonin syndrome management

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

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