Symbyax Dosage: An Introduction
- Other medical conditions you may have
- Other medications you may currently be taking.
As always, do not adjust your Symbyax dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
Symbyax Dosage for Bipolar Disorder or Treatment-Resistant Depression
The recommended starting dose of Symbyax for treatment-resistant
depression or depression associated with
bipolar disorder is Symbyax 6/25 mg, taken once daily in the evening. Your healthcare provider can increase your dosage, if necessary, to control your
bipolar disorder symptoms.
Some people, including people with liver problems or low
blood pressure (hypotension), may be more sensitive to the effects of Symbyax. For these people, a lower starting dose (Symbyax 3/25 mg once daily) may be recommended.
General Symbyax Dosage Information
Considerations for people taking Symbyax include the following:
- The medication comes in capsule form. It is usually taken by mouth once a day in the evening.
- You can take Symbyax with or without food. If the medication bothers your stomach, try taking it with food.
- Symbyax should be taken at the same time each day to maintain even levels in your blood.
- For Symbyax to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. The medication will not work if you stop taking it.
- If you are unsure about anything related to Symbyax or your Symbyax dosage, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Do not stop taking the drug without first discussing it with your healthcare provider (see Withdrawal From Symbyax).
