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Vilodon 20 Tablet

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Product introduction

Vilodon 20 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that relax the nerves and have a calming effect on the brain.

Vilodon 20 Tablet should be taken with food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and diarrhea. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. Moreover, most of the side effects are immediate and often go away with time. Please consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

Before taking Vilodon 20 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, or liver problems or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Uses of Vilodon Tablet

Benefits of Vilodon Tablet

In Depression

Vilodon 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. Vilodon 20 Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

Side effects of Vilodon Tablet

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 Vilodon

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea

How to use Vilodon Tablet

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. Vilodon 20 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Vilodon Tablet works

Vilodon 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Vilodon 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vilodon 20 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vilodon 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Vilodon 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vilodon 20 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vilodon 20 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Vilodon 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vilodon 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available for use of Vilodon 20 Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Vilodon 20 Tablet should be taken with food.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Vilodon 20 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
N-Arylpiperazines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Serotonin partial agonist reuptake inhibitor (SPARI)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Vilodon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Terfed, Tedin, Tofrin
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Diabinese
Serious
Brand(s): No Gluco, Diabnil, D Con
Serious
Brand(s): Diabic
Serious

Patient concerns

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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
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FAQs

Q. Is Vilodon 20 Tablet a narcotic?

No, Vilodon 20 Tablet is not a narcotic

Q. Does Vilodon 20 Tablet help in anxiety?

Yes, Vilodon 20 Tablet helps in relieving anxiety symptoms in patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

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