Agomelatine is used in depression.

Agomelatine works by a resynchronizing sleep-wake cycle that is disturbed in depression.

Headache, Nausea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Anxiety, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Back pain, Abdominal pain, Change in body weight, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Sleepiness, Increased liver enzymes

• Consult your doctor if you are taking medicines known to affect the liver, are obese or overweight, or have diabetes.
• Consult your doctor before starting treatment if you have experienced periods of abnormally high excitability and emotions (bipolar disorder, mania or hypomania).
• You may need regular tests to monitor your liver and kidney function.
• Inform your doctor if you have ever had suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself.
• Caution has to be taken before you drive or operate machinery or engage in activities requiring mental alertness and coordination as agomelatine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
• Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• Do not drink alcohol while receiving agomelatine treatment as it may worsen the side effects.

Ques. Q. Is Agomelatine an SSRI?
No, Agomelatine belongs to class of medication called as melatonergic antidepressants

Ques. Q. Is Agomelatine an addictive drug?
No, please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use

Ques. Q. Does Agomelatine cause weight gain?
Yes, it may cause an increase or decrease in weight.