Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER
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Product introduction
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is prescribed to treat depression, where it helps to make you feel better. This medicine is also used to treat people with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER has been reported to have fewer side effects than older antidepressants. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dry mouth, increased sweating, tremors, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER has been reported to have fewer side effects than older antidepressants. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dry mouth, increased sweating, tremors, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Uses of Voxaking Tablet ER
Side effects of Voxaking 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 Voxaking
- Delayed ejaculation
- Drowsiness
- Erectile dysfunction
- Low sexual desire
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Increased sweating
- Indigestion
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Loss of appetite
- Nervousness
- Tremors
How to use Voxaking 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. Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Voxaking Tablet ER works
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER 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
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Voxaking Tablet ER?
If you miss a dose of Voxaking 100mg 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
- It should be taken at night with or without food.
- Take caution while taking Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER if you are using Benzodiazepines and MAO inhibitors previously.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER affects 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.
- It can take 2-3 weeks for Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER to start working.
- Do not stop treatment suddenly as this may cause upset stomach, flu-like withdrawal symptoms and sleep disturbance.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is very less.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aralkylketone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Selective Seretonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Voxaking with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concurrent use may cause fatal rise in blood serotonin levels.
Avoid concurrent use unless your doctor considers it safe.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Moclobemide with Fluvoxamine. If Moclobemide is essential, ensure a gap of at least 1 week after discontin
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER used for anxiety?
Yes, Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is used to treat social anxiety disorder. It is anxiety related to interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life. Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is also used for the treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks. In OCD, a person experiences unwanted thoughts and the irresistible desire to perform certain actions over and over. These thoughts and desires do not go away and make it bothersome for the person.
Can Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER get you high?
There is no evidence that Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER causes dependence. But, patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER. Usually, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.
Who should not take Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER?
You should not take Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER if you are allergic to it, if you are taking another medicine to treat depression called a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI), or if you have stopped taking an MAOI within the last 14 days. This is because taking both these medicines close in time together may cause serious and sometimes fatal reactions like high body temperature, convulsions, and even coma.
Does Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER make you sleepy?
Yes, a common side effect of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER is sleepiness. It may also affect your ability to think clearly, make decisions, or react quickly. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until and unless you know how Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER affects you.
Does Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER have any serious health risks associated with it?
Yes, the use of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER may cause serious health risks. These may include increased risks of suicidal thoughts and actions, mania, bleeding problems, convulsions, visual problems, and low sodium levels in the blood.
How quickly does Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER work?
It takes a long time for Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER to start working. However, you may see an improvement in your sleep, appetite and energy levels within 1-2 weeks of starting Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER. While, conditions like depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.
Can I stop Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER if I am better now?
No, instead of stopping the medicine by yourself, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before stopping it completely. This is done because sudden discontinuation of Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER may cause withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms include anxiety, irritability, high or low mood, feeling restless or changes in sleep habits, headache, sweating, nausea, dizziness, electric shock-like sensations, shaking, and confusion.
Does Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER cause weight gain?
Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER may either cause weight gain or weight loss. The weight loss could be due to loss of appetite. However, the chances of having weight gain or loss is not known. As compared to other anti-depressants, there is no significant change in body weight with Voxaking 100mg Tablet ER in the majority of people.
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