Vilazodone

Vilazodone is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD). Vilazodone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Introduction

Generic name: Vilazodone

Brand names: Viibryd, Viibryd Starter

Dosage forms: oral kit (-); oral tablet (10 mg; 20 mg; 40 mg)

Drug class: Miscellaneous antidepressants

Uses

Depression

Benefits

In Depression

Vilano 20 Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Vilano 20 Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

Directions for use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vilano 20 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How it works?

Vilano 20 Tablet works in depression by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is one of the chemical messengers in the brain that helps in regulating mood.

Side effects

Vilazodone may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • A seizure (convulsions)

  • Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights

  • Easy bruising, unusual bleeding

  • Racing thoughts, unusual risk-taking behavior, decreased inhibitions, feelings of extreme happiness or sadness

  • Low levels of sodium in the body–headache, confusion, slurred speech, severe weakness, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady.

  • Seek medical attention right away if you have symptoms of serotonin syndrome, such as: agitation, hallucinations, fever, sweating, shivering, fast heart rate, muscle stiffness, twitching, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

Common side effects of vilazodone may include:

  • Nausea, vomiting

  • Diarrhea

  • Sleep problems (insomnia).

Warnings

  • Some young people have thoughts about suicide when first taking an antidepressant. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor.

  • Vilazodone is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

  • Do not stop using vilazodone without first asking your doctor.

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