Information about Nefazodone

Generic Name : Nefazodone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Nefazodone are provided here.

Pronunciation : neff-AZ-oh-done

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Nefazodone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y49.2 Therapeutic Classification : Psychotherapeutics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Nefazodone

International :

Serzone

Overview of Nefazodone

Note: The brand is not available in US market.

Why is Nefazodone Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a phenylpiperazine antidepressant, prescribed for depression. It increases the amount of certain natural substances in the brain that are needed to maintain mental balance.

When should Nefazodone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients who experienced liver injury due to previous administration of this drug; co-administration with terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, or carbamazepine is contraindicated.

What is the dosage of Nefazodone?

Adult- PO- The recommended starting dose is 200 mg, 2 times per day.

How should Nefazodone be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Nefazodone?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with seizures, heart attack, chest pain, stroke, or other heart disease, liver disease, stomach bleeding, suicidal tendencies, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Monitor liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.

What are the side effects of Nefazodone?

Most Common - Drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, constipation, weakness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, confusion and abnormal vision.
Body as a Whole - Headache, infection, flu syndrome, chills, fever, neck rigidity.
Heart - Low blood pressure, dilatation of blood vessels.
Skin - Itching, rash.
Gastrointestinal - Indigestion, diarrhea, increased appetite, nausea, vomiting.
Metabolic - Swelling in the extremities, increased thirst.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain.
Central Nervous system - Sleeplessness, confusion, memory impairment, tingling, abnormal dreams, concentration decreased, incoordination, tremor, increased muscle tone, decreased libido.
Respiratory - Inflammation of pharynx, increased cough.
Eye and ENT - Blurred vision, abnormal vision, ringing in the ear, taste perversion.
Genitourinary - Urinary frequency, urinary tract infection, urinary retention, vaginal inflammation, breast pain.