axa 100 tablet

4.5 (17 reviews)

Amoxapine (100mg)

🏭 Biologic Psychotropics India Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 21, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is axa 100 tablet used for?

Amolife 50mg Tablet (Amoxapine) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Amoxapine (100mg), which Inhibits reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin; blocks dopamine D2 receptors.. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Amoxapine
Manufacturer: Biologic Psychotropics India Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 axa 100 tablet Uses & Benefits

Major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, psychotic depression.

Off-label uses: Chronic pain, insomnia, bipolar depression (adjunct).

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Amoxapine
Brand Name	Amolife 50mg Tablet
Manufacturer	Biologic Psychotropics India Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Tricyclic antidepressants
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

DistributionWidely distributed throughout the body, including CNS.

Protein BindingApproximately 90%

MetabolismHepatic, primarily via CYP2D6 and CYP3A4; active metabolite 7-hydroxyamoxapine.

Half-Life8-30 hours (parent); 6-30 hours (metabolite)

ExcretionRenal (primarily as metabolites)

Bioavailability~70%

Onset of Action1-2 weeks for antidepressant effect

Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours

Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Inhibits reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin; blocks dopamine D2 receptors.

Mechanism Steps

1Inhibits norepinephrine reuptake via NET

2Inhibits serotonin reuptake via SERT

3Blocks dopamine D2 receptors

💡 How to Take axa 100 tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of axa 100 tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Constipation
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Weight gain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Seizures
QT prolongation
Tardive dyskinesia
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Suicidal thoughts

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Agranulocytosis
Hepatitis
Pancreatitis
SIADH

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
MAOIs	Major	Hypertensive crisis, serotonin syndrome
CYP2D6 inhibitors	Major	Increased amoxapine levels, toxicity
CNS depressants	Major	Increased sedation, respiratory depression
Anticholinergics	Moderate	Additive anticholinergic effects
Antihypertensives	Moderate	Enhanced hypotensive effect
Sympathomimetics	Moderate	Increased risk of arrhythmias
Cimetidine	Minor	Slight increase in amoxapine levels
Fluoxetine	Minor	Increased amoxapine levels

🚨 Major Interactions

MAOIs
CYP2D6 inhibitors
CYP3A4 inhibitors
Other CNS depressants

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Anticholinergics
Antihypertensives
Sympathomimetics

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Cimetidine
Fluoxetine
Paroxetine

🍽️ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice may increase levels

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Enhanced CNS depression; avoid alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, recent MI, concurrent MAOI use, narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure, heart rate, ECG, liver function, mental status, suicidal ideation.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; activated charcoal, ECG monitoring, benzodiazepines for seizures, sodium bicarbonate for arrhythmias.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; skip if close to next dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

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

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.