Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines known as 'Antidepressants' It is primarily used to treat Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and Panic Disorder. Major depressive disorder, also known as clinical depression, is a mental health disorder characterized by a persistent and intense feeling of sadness for an extended duration of time. Generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, is a mental illness that makes a person worry more than normal. Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes extreme fear, anxiety, embarrassment, and self-consciousness in social gatherings. Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by frequent episodes of panic or fear.

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's contains Venlafaxine belongs to a class of antidepressants known as serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors, or SNRIs. These medications are thought to work by increasing the levels of mood-enhancing chemicals called serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain.

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. You may experience feeling sick (nausea), sweating and hot flushes, headaches, a dry mouth, dizzy, sleepy, unable to sleep (insomnia) and constipation. Most of these side effects of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant and breastfeeding or if you have a high level of cholesterol, a low amount of sodium level in the blood, an increased risk of bleeding, suicidal thoughts, liver problems, kidney problems, weight loss, and heart diseases. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's as it may worsen your symptoms or side effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's contains Venlafaxine belongs to a class of antidepressants known as serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors, or SNRIs. These medications are thought to work by increasing the levels of mood-enhancing chemicals called serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain.

• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Sweating and hot flushes
• Headaches
• A dry mouth
• Feeling dizzy
• Feeling sleepy
• Being unable to sleep (insomnia)
• Constipation

Do not take Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or have taken them in the last 14 days, or if you are taking antipsychotic medicines. Consult your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts, such as killing or harming yourself. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's as it may worsen your symptoms or side-effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's may have interaction with various drugs, including antiplatelet drugs (clopidogrel), blood thinners (warfarin), pain killers (ibuprofen), cough relievers (codeine, hydrocodone), drugs for sleep (lorazepam, alprazolam).

Drug-Food Interactions: Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 10's may react with alcohol, so one should limit the consumption of it as it may increase the chances of liver disease.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor about your past medical history and other ongoing diseases if you have any, as the use of medicine is restricted in some conditions that include: manic-depression, suicidal thoughts, alcoholism, liver and kidney disease, high blood pressure, and glaucoma (increased pressure of eye causes vision loss).

• CLOPIDOGREL
• WARFARIN
• IBUPROFEN
• CODEINE
• HYDROCODONE
• LORAZEPAM
• ALPRAZOLAM

• Maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly helps improve overall health and boost self-esteem.
• Regularly attend therapy sessions.
• Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
• Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
• Include foods rich in omega fatty acids such as fish, nuts, fresh fruits, vegetables and olive oils.
• Neurotransmitters are made up of amino acids. Amino acid-rich foods such as meat, dairy products, and certain fruits and vegetables help properly maintain neurotransmitters. 
• Complex carbohydrates help in stistimulateonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter). These include whole grains, legumes, spinach, broccoli, oranges and pears.
• Exercising helps in the production of the body’s natural antidepressants. It also relieves stress, improves mood, boosts self-esteem, and provides restful sleep.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

• Do not make any changes in your dosing schedule without asking the doctor.

Major depressive disorder (MDD): Major depressive disorder, also known as clinical depression, is a mental health disorder characterised by a persistent and intense feeling of sadness for an extended duration of time. It mainly impacts mood, behaviour, and other physical functions like sleep and appetite. Symptoms include sadness, loss of interest, appetite changes, sleep problems, restlessness, lack of energy, feeling worthless or guilty, thoughts of harming oneself, difficulty in concentrating, making decisions, and thinking. The exact cause of depression is unknown. However, factors such as stress, changes in hormone levels, alcohol or drug abuse, abuse during childhood, certain medical conditions and medications might increase the risk of developing depression.

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD): Generalized anxiety disorder or GAD is a mental illness that makes a person worry more than normal. Common signs and symptoms of GAD include Fatigue, Shaking, restlessness, problems in focusing, trouble sleeping, feeling jumpy or dizzy, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or shortness of breath.

Social anxiety disorder: Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes extreme fear, anxiety, embarrassment, and self-consciousness in social gatherings. Symptoms include excessive fear, humiliation or embarrassment, concern about offending someone, and fear of being judged.

Panic disorder: Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes panic attacks. In this condition, a person experiences a sudden feeling of fear when, in reality, there is no danger. Symptoms include fast heartbeat, breathing difficulty, chest or stomach pain, weakness or dizziness, and sweating.