Zovane 40Mg Tablet
About Zovane 40Mg Tablet
This medication helps in the treatment of depression. It is also helpful in the treatment of other health problems as per your doctor’s discretion. The drug is essentially an anti-depressant and makes serotonin (a brain chemical) more active, in order to improve your mood. Before you begin taking this medicine, inform your doctor about your current health issues.
The medicine should be consumed exactly as per the prescription. It takes a couple of weeks to start working, which is why it should not be discontinued until the complete course is over. Moreover, the medicine should not be stopped suddenly. It is best that the dosage of this medication is lowered gradually and eventually stopped.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Zovane 40Mg Tablet
Depression
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Zovane 40Mg Tablet ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Zovane 40Mg Tablet ?
Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)
Abnormal Dreams
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Zovane 40Mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
This medicine may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is unsafe to be used during breastfeeding.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Zovane 40Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zovane 40Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Neuvilaz 40Mg Tablet
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- Vilaxel 40Mg Tablet
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- Vilamid 40Mg Tablet
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- Vilodon 40Mg Tablet
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- Vibrex 40Mg Tablet
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- Vilarest 40Mg Tablet
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- Vilano 40Mg Tablet
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- Valz 40Mg Tablet
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- Vilazine 40Mg Tablet
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Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
Patients with depression have been seen to have imbalanced or really low serotonin which forms one of the three neurotransmitters. Serotonin reuptake inhibitor is selective, this medicine blocks serotonin from gaining re-entry into the cell bodies.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Zovane 40Mg Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
Medicine
This medication reacts with citalopram, duloxetine, escitalopram, fluoxetine, ondansetron and nefazodone.Interaction with Disease
Disease
This medication should be avoided by those who suffer from angle closure glaucoma and seizures.
FAQs about Zovane 40Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Zovane 40Mg Tablet?
Ans : Vilazodone is a medication which performs its action by increasing the levels of serotonin (chemical messengers) in the body.
Ques : What are the uses of Zovane 40Mg Tablet?
Ans : Vilazodone is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like depression and anxiety.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Zovane 40Mg Tablet?
Ans : Loss of appetite, sleeping troubles, dry mouth, dizziness and diarrhea are possible side effects.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Zovane 40Mg Tablet?
Ans : Vilazodone should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
References
Vilazodone-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/vilazodone
Vilazodone-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB06684
VILAZODONE tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=VILAZODONE
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