frestina tablet
π Prescription Required
π Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
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Reviewed by
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Sep 25, 2026
What is frestina tablet used for?
This medicine contains Flupenthixol (NA) + Melitracen (NA) and is used to treat NEURO CNS. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Flupenthixol (NA) + Melitracen (NA)
- Manufacturer: Arinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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π frestina tablet Uses & Benefits
- Frestina Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of depression.
- This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.Frestina Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
- Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body.
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.Some common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, blurred vision, increased heart rate, muscle rigidity, restlessness, and tremor.
- Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinsonβs disease, glaucoma, or any heart disease.
- You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication.
- This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.
π Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Flupenthixol (NA) + Melitracen (NA) |
| Brand Name | frestina tablet |
| Manufacturer | Arinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30Β°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
π‘ How to Take frestina tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
β οΈ Side Effects of frestina tablet
- Constipation
- Urinary retention
- Weight gain
- Sleepiness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Increased heart rate
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Blurred vision
- Dryness in mouth
- Muscle stiffness
- Tremors
- Restlessness
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
π‘οΈ Safety & Warnings
π Substitutes for frestina tablet
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fluanxit tabletTheo Pharma Pvt Ltd βΉ31.58 57.8% CHEAPER
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mvit capsuleMedivision Pharm βΉ93.75 25.2% COSTLIER
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mvit forte capsuleMedivision Pharm βΉ100.41 34% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.