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Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
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Interaction with drugs
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Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER

Prescription Required

Marketer

Viltis Pharma Private Limited

SALT COMPOSITION

Desvenlafaxine (50mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of depression. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relaxes the nerves, thus treating your depression.

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER is taken by mouth with or without food. Take it at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent level of medicine in the blood. In case you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as this may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine includes nausea, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), and constipation. It may cause an increase in blood pressure, especially during the first month of treatment, monitor your blood pressure regularly. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it may lead to suicidal thoughts.

Uses of Dviltis Tablet ER

Depression

Benefits of Dviltis Tablet ER

In Depression

Depression is a mood disorder that affects emotional well-being, energy, and daily functioning. Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER is used to manage depression by helping to restore balance in brain chemicals that influence mood. It supports better emotional stability, reduces symptoms like sadness, and helps improve overall quality of life.

Side effects of Dviltis Tablet ER

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dviltis

Anxiety
Constipation
Decreased appetite
Dizziness
Increased sweating
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Sexual dysfunction
Vomiting

How to use Dviltis Tablet ER

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. Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER may be taken with or without food.

How Dviltis Tablet ER works

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

What if you forget to take Dviltis Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER helps in treating depression and anxiety.
It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
It may cause a sensation of restlessness, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cyclohexanols

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Dviltis with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Selegiline (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Do not consume Selegiline with Desvenlafaxine. If Selegiline is essential, ensure a gap of at least 2 weeks after discontinuing Desvenlafaxine. Please consult your doctor.

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels regularly. Concomitant use may cause a life-threatening increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increa... More

Moclobemide (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Do not consume Moclobemide with Desvenlafaxine. If Moclobemide is essential, ensure a gap of at least 1 week after discontinuing Desvenlafaxine. Please consult your doctor. Concom... More

Ziprasidone (Oral Route) Severe

Watch out for symptoms such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult your doctor if you experience them. Your doctor may discontinue the medicines accordingly. Concurr... More

Amitriptyline (Oral Route) Severe

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required. Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may ... More

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Patient concerns

DEPRESSION SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

Depression,anexity,body. Laziness Depression anxiety,f ear,body laziness

Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar

Ayurveda

Ok since how many months you are suffer from

Depression, anexity less sleep Chasing depression since last almost 9 years. But first depression episode was in 1998 immediately after recovering from maleria

Dr. Kirti Tandel

Psychiatry

Hello Mr. PATIENT is one of the most leading cause of morbidity worldwide. It is more prevalent than what it is thought to be. So I appreciate your fight against depression and may you stay healthy physically and mentally as well. Visit your psychiatrist regularly and have a good compliance with your medicines as well. Take care.

depression,tension,loneliness,fear

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Sunilkumar depression 8year old

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

How long does it take for Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER to work?

The symptoms of depression like change in appetite and sleep patterns may show improvement within 1-2 weeks of starting Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER. However, it may take about 5-6 weeks to see the full benefits of Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER.

Is Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER good for anxiety?

It has been shown to be effective in relieving symptoms of anxiety, though it is not approved for anxiety. It is used in anxiety disorders only when advised by the doctor.

What time of the day is best to take Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER?

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER can be taken either in the morning or in the evening. For best results, take this medicine at the same time each day. This will also help you remember to take it.

Can Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER be cut?

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER should be swallowed whole with water. It should not be cut, chewed, crushed or dissolved. Take it exactly as directed by your doctor.

How can Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER help treat depression?

Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER belongs to a class of medicines known as serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Serotonin and norepinephrine are chemical messengers in the brain which help maintain mental balance. Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER works by increasing the levels of these two hormones in the brain.

Will I gain weight while taking Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER?

Weight gain may occur with Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER, though not in everyone. In case you notice weight gain after taking Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER, consult your doctor or a nutritionist. Take a low calorie food, including more vegetables and fruits in your diet and exercise regularly.

Will Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER affect my sex drive?

Taking Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER may cause a decrease in sexual desire and ability. It may also cause a delay in orgasm and ejaculation and sometimes ejaculation failure. Discuss with your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Dviltis 50mg Tablet ER.

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