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About Vilshant 40mg Tablet
Vilshant 40mg Tablet belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidepressants’ used to treat the 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 two weeks).
Vilshant 40mg Tablet contains ‘Vilazodone’, which increases serotonin levels (a chemical messenger) in the brain. Serotonin is a hormone that helps improve mood, 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. Vilshant 40mg 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 worsen, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take Vilshant 40mg Tablet if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking Vilshant 40mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have seizures (fits), alcohol abuse, liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorder, glaucoma (an eye condition), and bipolar disorder. Vilshant 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Vilshant 40mg 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.
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Medicinal Benefits
Vilshant 40mg Tablet is used in the treatment of 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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Drug Warnings
It is not recommended to take any monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within the 14 days after stopping Vilshant 40mg Tablet or do not take Vilshant 40mg Tablet within 14 days after stopping MAOIs. The interaction between these two drugs can be fatal sometimes. Vilshant 40mg Tablet may worsen depression and increase suicidal tendencies, so inform your doctor immediately if you notice any unusual changes in your mood or behaviour. Vilshant 40mg 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. Vilshant 40mg Tablet may increase bleeding risk when used along with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, or blood thinners. Vilshant 40mg Tablet may activate mania (abnormally heightened response or energy levels), so patients should be screened regularly for bipolar disorder. Vilshant 40mg 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 Vilshant 40mg 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
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Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may interact with Vilshant 40mg Tablet and increase the risk of side-effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Vilshant 40mg Tablet should be used in pregnant women only when clinically needed and if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Vilshant 40mg Tablet.
Breast Feeding
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Vilshant 40mg Tablet should be used in breastfeeding mothers when clinically needed and if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Vilshant 40mg Tablet.
Driving
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Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as Vilshant 40mg Tablet may affect alertness.
Liver
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Vilshant 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
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Vilshant 40mg 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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Vilshant 40mg Tablet is not recommended in children below 12 years of age.
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Vilshant 40mg Tablet is used to treat major depressive disorder or clinical depression.
Vilshant 40mg Tablet contains 'vilazodone' which is an antidepressant. It works by restoring the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a hormone or chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving energy, mood, and emotion levels.
Vilshant 40mg 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 worsen, inform your doctor immediately.
In case you miss a dose of Vilshant 40mg Tablet, do not take a double dose of Vilshant 40mg Tablet. If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Vilshant 40mg Tablet at the same time the next day, which were you taking earlier. If you remember the missed dose the next day, leave the skipped dose, and continue with the next dose.
Yes,Vilshant 40mg Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms, if you suddenly stop your medicine even if u feel better. Please reach out a health care professional.
Vilshant 40mg Tablet cannot be used in epilepsy or are having electroconvulsive treatment .Vilshant 40mg Tablet may increase your risk of having a seizure.
Vilshant 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with alcohol abuse, seizures (fits), liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorder, glaucoma (an eye condition), and bipolar disorder, as the Vilshant 40mg Tablet may worsen these conditions.
No, Vilshant 40mg Tablet is not a narcotic. It is an antidepressant medication that belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
Yes, Vilshant 40mg Tablet can help with anxiety. While it is primarily used to treat major depressive disorders, it has also been shown to be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety.
Vilshant 40mg Tablet is not approved for use in children and adolescents under 18 years old due to the increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior.
Before taking Vilshant 40mg Tablet, it's essential to inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medications and existing conditions such as seizures, liver or kidney disease, bipolar disorder, or pregnancy. Additionally, share your history of suicidal thoughts or behavior and any relevant family history. By sharing this information, you'll help your doctor avoid potential drug interactions, minimize side effects, and choose the best treatment for you.
Major Depressive Disorder, or clinical depression, is characterized by a persistent depressed mood that lasts nearly every day for two weeks, interfering with daily activities. Symptoms include feeling sad or hopeless, loss of interest in usual activities, weight/appetite changes, sleep disturbances, agitation, fatigue, guilt/worthlessness, concentration problems, and suicidal thoughts/behavior, with at least five of these symptoms present.
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