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Vilazodone

Written By Dr. Swati MishraReviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Vilazodone Uses

Vilazodone is used in the treatment of depression.

How Vilazodone works

Vilazodone 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.

Common side effects of Vilazodone

Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Diarrhea, Headache
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Medicine brands for Vilazodone

Vilano
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹192 to ₹323
2 variant(s)
Vilano
VIlazine
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹204 to ₹296
2 variant(s)
VIlazine
Vilamid
Lupin Ltd
₹160 to ₹292
2 variant(s)
Vilamid
Vilodon
MSN Laboratories
₹194 to ₹285
2 variant(s)
Vilodon
Zovane
Micro Labs Ltd
₹165 to ₹337
2 variant(s)
Zovane
Vilarest
Cipla Ltd
₹140 to ₹215
2 variant(s)
Vilarest
Neuvilaz
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹179 to ₹303
2 variant(s)
Neuvilaz
Vizatex
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹200 to ₹334
2 variant(s)
Vizatex
Vinsure
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
₹179 to ₹303
2 variant(s)
Vinsure
Vilaxel
Abbott
₹182 to ₹304
2 variant(s)
Vilaxel

Expert advice for Vilazodone

  • Vilazodone 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 Vilazodone can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.

Frequently asked questions for Vilazodone

No, Vilazodone is not a narcotic
Yes, Vilazodone helps in relieving anxiety symptoms in patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).