Vilazine 40mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Vilazodone 40 mg
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
VILAZINE 40MG TABLET contains Vilazodone which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidepressants. It is indicated for the management of major depressive disorder. Depression is a mood disorder that ca
Uses
a constant feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It affects the way you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. Before taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have family history of mental diseases (suicide, depression, bipolar disorder, mania or hypomania), bleeding disorder, seizures, glaucoma (increased pressure in your eyes), low levels of sodium in your blood or if you drink alcohol. Some serious
How It Works
VILAZINE 40MG TABLET works by inhibiting the reuptake of a brain chemical called serotonin, thus, increasing the level of serotonin which helps in regulating the mood. Thus, helps in the symptomatic relief of depressive disorder.
Directions for Use
Take VILAZINE 40MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. VILAZINE 40MG TABLET should be swallowed along with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the proper dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
VILAZINE 40MG TABLET includes suicidal thoughts. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any such thoughts. VILAZINE 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant, breast-feeding women and elders above 65 years of age. VILAZINE 40MG TABLET is not recommended in children and adolescents below 18 years of age. Consult with your doctor before taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET. The most common symptoms of VILAZINE 40MG TABLET are trouble sleeping, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Check with your doctor if the symptoms get worse. USES OF VILAZINE 40MG TABLET manages major depressive disorder HOW VILAZINE 40MG TABLET WORKSVILAZINE 40MG TABLET works by inhibiting the reuptake of a brain chemical called serotonin, thus, increasing the level of serotonin which helps in regulating the mood. Thus, helps in the symptomatic relief of depressive disorder. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake VILAZINE 40MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. VILAZINE 40MG TABLET should be swallowed along with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the proper dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF VILAZINE 40MG TABLETCOMMON diarrhoea nausea or vomiting trouble sleeping UNCOMMON mania/hypomania: elevated or irritated mood, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts signs of seizures such as loss of consciousness along with uncontrollable shaking RARE glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes, eye pain and blurred vision) signs of low sodium level in blood such as tiredness, weakness, confusion, combined with achy, stiff or uncoordinated muscles Stop taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET and consult with your doctor, if you experience any of the following: serotonin syndrome: a reaction which may cause feelings of agitation, confusion, fast heartbeat, dizziness, flushing, tremors, stiff muscles or muscle twitching, seizures, seeing or hearing things that are not real (hallucinations), coma. blood pressure changes, sweating, high body temperature, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea signs of low platelets such as bruising or unusual bleeding from the skin or other areas signs of mania/hypomania such as greatly increased energy, racing thoughts, unusually grand ideas, severe trouble sleeping, talking more or faster than usual, reckless behaviour, excessive happiness or irritability discontinuation syndrome due to sudden stopping taking the medicine (nausea, changes in your mood, irritability and agitation, dizziness, electric shock sensation (paresthesia), anxiety, confusion, sweating, headache, tiredness, problems sleeping, hypomania, ringing in your ears, seizures) seizures
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYVILAZINE 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby before taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGVILAZINE 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in breast feeding women as it is not known if it passes through breast milk. Consult with your doctor before taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not take VILAZINE 40MG TABLET if you feel sleepy or reduced ability to think clearly, make decisions or react quickly after taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid the consumption of alcohol while taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take VILAZINE 40MG TABLET if you are allergic to Vilazodone or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: family history of mental diseases (suicide, depression, bipolar disorder, mania or hypomania) bleeding disorders seizures glaucoma (increased pressure in your eyes) low levels of sodium in your blood habit of drinking alcohol Use in Pediatrics: VILAZINE 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Check with your child’s doctor before giving VILAZINE 40MG TABLET to your child. Use in Geriatrics: VILAZINE 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age. Inform and check with your doctor before taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking VILAZINE 40MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking the following medicines: monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as isocarboxazid, tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline, doxepin, St. John Wart (used to manage depression) antibiotics such as linezolid (used to manage bacterial infection) intravenous methylene blue (used to manage methemoglobinemia) triptans such as sumatriptan (used to manage migraine) fentanyl, tramadol (used to manage severe pain) lithium (used to manage mental illness) tryptophan (used for biosynthesis of proteins to ensure proper body growth) buspirone (used to manage anxiety) amphetamine (used to manage ADHD, narcolepsy) aspirin, warfarin, dabigatran (used in the management of blood clotting) acetylsalicylic acid and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen (used to relive pain and inflammation) diuretics such as furosemide, spironolactone (used in the management of high blood pressure, oedema, heart failure) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of VILAZINE 40MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage include serotonin syndrome (agitation, confusion, fast heartbeat, dizziness, flushing, tremors, stiff muscles or muscle twitching, seizures, seeing or hearing things that are not real (hallucinations), coma. blood pressure changes, sweating, high body temperature, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea), lethargy, restlessness, hallucinations and disorientation. SYNOPSIS Drug : Vilazodone Pharmacological Category : Serotonin modulators Therapeutic Indication : Major Depressive disorder Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep VILAZINE 40MG TABLET out of the reach in children Store VILAZINE 40MG TABLET at a temperature between 15°C-30°C
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Last Updated
03 Dec 2022