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Vilazodone Hydrochloride

Latest prescription information about Vilazodone Hydrochloride. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Vilazodone Hydrochloride
Pronunciation : vil-AZ-oh-done
Trade Name(s): 
International- Viibryd.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, prescribed for major depressive disorder (MDD).

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


It should not be used concomitantly with an MAOI or within 14 days of use of this medication.


When it is to be taken : 
PO- The recommended dose is 40 mg once daily.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low blood volume, low blood pressure, dehydration, low-salt diet, bipolar disorder, mental problems, suicidal thoughts, alcohol abuse, liver, kidney, bleeding problems, seizures, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
* Avoid alcohol consumption.
* Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.
* It should not be used in children.
* Patient may develop with increased risk neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), and serotonin syndrome with the following symptoms: depressed mood, anxiety, restlessness, irritability, panic attacks, fever, stiff muscles, confusion, abnormal thinking, fast or irregular heartbeat. If it is so consult with your doctor.
Side Effects : 
Most Common - Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and sleeplessness.
Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, indigestion, flatulence, stomach flu.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, drowsiness, tingling, tremor, sleeplessness, abnormal dreams, libido decreased, restlessness, abnormal orgasm..
General - Fatigue, feeling jittery.
Heart - Palpitations.
Musculoskeletal - Connective tissue disorders, joint pain.
Genitourinary - Delayed ejaculation, impotence.
Metabolic - Increased appetite.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at controlled room temperature (15°C - 30°C).

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Is vilazodone available in India.
(Posted by Drrdoshi, India Date : 3/7/2012 )

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