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About Vilazine 40 Tablet
Vilazine 40 Tablet belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidepressants’ used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) or clinical depression. Major depressive disorder, also known as clinical depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent and intense loneliness (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks).
Vilazine 40 Tablet contains ‘Vilazodone hydrochloride’, which increases serotonin levels (a chemical messenger) in the brain. Serotonin is a hormone that helps to improve mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness. Hence, an increase in serotonin levels helps to decrease symptoms of depression.
You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Vilazine 40 Tablet may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and insomnia (sleeping problems). These side effects usually resolve without requiring any treatment. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take Vilazine 40 Tablet if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking Vilazine 40 Tablet , inform your doctor if you have seizures (fits), alcohol abuse, liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorder, glaucoma (an eye condition), and bipolar disorder. Vilazine 40 Tablet should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Vilazine 40 Tablet is not recommended for children or adolescents below 18 years of age as this medicine increase the risk of suicidal tendencies. No dose adjustments are required for elderly patients. It is not recommended to take alcohol as it increases the risk of side effects. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as it may decrease your alertness.
Uses of Vilazine 40 Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Vilazine 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of the major depressive disorder. It increases the serotonin hormone levels, which improves mood, energy, and feelings of well-being. It can decrease the number and frequency of depressive episodes. It helps in reducing the symptoms of depression effectively and improves quality-of-life. It can also be used to treat anxiety.
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It is not recommended to take any monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within the 14 days after stopping Vilazine 40 Tablet or do not take Vilazine 40 Tablet within 14 days after stopping MAOIs. The interaction between these two drugs can be fatal sometimes. Vilazine 40 Tablet may worsen depression and increase suicidal tendencies, so inform your doctor immediately if you notice any unusual changes in your mood or behaviour. Vilazine 40 Tablet may cause serotonin syndrome or neuroleptic malignant-like syndrome, which is characterized by symptoms such as high blood pressure, agitation, confusion, excess sweating, and increased heart rate. In such cases, the doctor may discontinue treatment and provide supportive therapy. Vilazine 40 Tablet may increase bleeding risk when used along with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, or blood thinners. Vilazine 40 Tablet may activate mania (abnormally heightened response or energy levels), so patients should be screened regularly for bipolar disorder. Vilazine 40 Tablet may cause hyponatremia (decreased sodium levels in the blood) when used in people with the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), a condition in which the body retains too much water. Do not stop taking Vilazine 40 Tablet even if you feel better without your doctor’s advice. Abrupt stopping this medicine may cause withdrawal symptoms such as sleep problems, irritability, and excessive sweating. The doctor may gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping the treatment from avoiding withdrawal reactions.
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Alcohol
Caution
Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may interact with Vilazine 40 Tablet and increase the risk of side-effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Vilazine 40 Tablet should be used in pregnant women only when clinically needed and if benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Vilazine 40 Tablet should be used in breastfeeding mothers when clinically needed and if benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Caution
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as Vilazine 40 Tablet may affect alertness.
Liver
Caution
Vilazine 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Vilazine 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
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Vilazine 40 Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years as it can cause suicidal tendencies.
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