VILAREST 40MG TABLET
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About VILAREST 40MG TABLET
VILAREST 40MG TABLET belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidepressants’ used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) or clinical depression. Major depressive disorder, also known as clinical depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent and intense loneliness (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks).
VILAREST 40MG TABLET contains ‘Vilazodone hydrochloride’, which increases serotonin levels (a chemical messenger) in the brain. Serotonin is a hormone that helps to improve mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness. Hence, an increase in serotonin levels helps to decrease symptoms of depression.
You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and insomnia (sleeping problems). These side effects usually resolve without requiring any treatment. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take VILAREST 40MG TABLET if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking VILAREST 40MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have seizures (fits), alcohol abuse, liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorder, glaucoma (an eye condition), and bipolar disorder. VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women. VILAREST 40MG TABLET is not recommended for children or adolescents below 18 years of age as this medicine increase the risk of suicidal tendencies. No dose adjustments are required for elderly patients. It is not recommended to take alcohol as it increases the risk of side effects. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as it may decrease your alertness.
Uses of VILAREST 40MG TABLET
Directions for Use
Key Benefits
VILAREST 40MG TABLET is used in the treatment of the major depressive disorder. It increases the serotonin hormone levels, which improves mood, energy, and feelings of well-being. It can decrease the number and frequency of depressive episodes. It helps in reducing the symptoms of depression effectively and improves quality-of-life. It can also be used to treat anxiety.
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- Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
- Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
- Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
- Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
- Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
- Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
- To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
- Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
- Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
- Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
- Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- Eat slowly and chew your food thoroughly to help digestion.
- Eat fiber-rich foods such as fruits, whole grains, and vegetables to promote regular bowel movements.
- Avoid gas-producing foods like cabbage, beans, broccoli and carbonated drinks.
- Drink lots of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration and aid digestion.
- Do regular exercise to enhance digestion and reduce bloating.
- Drink water or other clear fluids.
- To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
- Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
- Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
- Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Drug Warnings
It is not recommended to take any monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within the 14 days after stopping VILAREST 40MG TABLET or do not take VILAREST 40MG TABLET within 14 days after stopping MAOIs. The interaction between these two drugs can be fatal sometimes. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may worsen depression and increase suicidal tendencies, so inform your doctor immediately if you notice any unusual changes in your mood or behaviour. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may cause serotonin syndrome or neuroleptic malignant-like syndrome, which is characterized by symptoms such as high blood pressure, agitation, confusion, excess sweating, and increased heart rate. In such cases, the doctor may discontinue treatment and provide supportive therapy. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may increase bleeding risk when used along with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, or blood thinners. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may activate mania (abnormally heightened response or energy levels), so patients should be screened regularly for bipolar disorder. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may cause hyponatremia (decreased sodium levels in the blood) when used in people with the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), a condition in which the body retains too much water. Do not stop taking VILAREST 40MG TABLET even if you feel better without your doctor’s advice. Abrupt stopping this medicine may cause withdrawal symptoms such as sleep problems, irritability, and excessive sweating. The doctor may gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping the treatment from avoiding withdrawal reactions.
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When Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Furazolidone, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Furazolidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Phenelzine, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Phenelzine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Linezolid, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Linezolid together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Safinamide with Amitriptyline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Safinamide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucinations, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Isocarboxazid, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Isocarboxazid together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Procarbazine, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Procarbazine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet and Rasagiline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Rasagiline together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Selegiline, which increases the serotonin levels (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Selegiline together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Tranylcypromine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with Tranylcypromine can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Vilarest 40mg Tablet is taken with Sertraline, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Vilarest 40mg Tablet and Sertraline, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea-contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
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St. John’S Wort
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with St. John's Wort significantly increases the metabolism of Vilarest 40mg Tablet. Avoid taking Vilarest 40mg Tablet with St. John's Wort.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly helps in improving overall health and boosts 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 maintain neurotransmitters' proper maintenance.
- Complex carbohydrates help in stimulating serotonin (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 helps in relieving stress, improving 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.
Side Effects of VILAREST 40MG TABLET
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Insomnia (sleeping problems)
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FAQs
VILAREST 40MG TABLET contains 'vilazodone hydrochloride' which is an antidepressant. It works by restoring the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a hormone or chemical messenger present in the brain responsible for improving energy, mood, and emotion levels.
VILAREST 40MG TABLET may affect your blood sugar levels. So, let your doctor know that you have diabetes before taking VILAREST 40MG TABLET. If prescribed, the doctor may advise you to check blood sugar levels while using this medicine regularly.
VILAREST 40MG TABLET may cause side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and insomnia (sleeping problems). These side-effects usually resolve without requiring any treatment. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take VILAREST 40MG TABLET with other monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (belongs to the class of antidepressants), especially within the 14 days after stopping or starting MAOIs.
VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with alcohol abuse, seizures (fits), liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorder, glaucoma (an eye condition), and bipolar disorder as VILAREST 40MG TABLET may worsen these conditions.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List
- SELEGILINE
- TRANYLCYPROMINE
- PHENELZINE
- ISOCARBOXAZID
- AMITRIPTYLINE
- FLUOXETINE
- HYPERICUM PERFORATUM
- IBUPROFEN
- DICLOFENAC
- ACECLOFENAC
- ASPIRIN
- TRAMADOL
- BUSPIRONE
- TRYPTOPHAN
- WARFARIN
- SUMATRIPTAN
- RIZATRIPTAN
- MEPHENYTOIN
Special Advise
- Inform your doctor that you are taking VILAREST 40MG TABLET if you are undergoing any medical or dental treatment.
Disease/Condition Glossary
Major depressive disorder: It is also known as clinical depression, and it consists of one or more major depressive episodes. A major depressive episode indicates a persistent (nearly every day for 2 weeks) depressed mood that can interfere with daily activities. The patient may experience at least 5 of the following 9 symptoms during a major depressive episode: depressed mood, loss of interest in usual activities, a significant change in weight or appetite, increased or decreased sleep, agitation, increased fatigue, feeling of guilt, or worthlessness, impaired concentration, and suicidal thoughts or behaviour. 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.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may interact with VILAREST 40MG TABLET and increase the risk of side-effects.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used in pregnant women only when clinically needed and if benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
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VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used in breastfeeding mothers when clinically needed and if benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as VILAREST 40MG TABLET may affect alertness.
Liver
Consult your doctor
VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
VILAREST 40MG TABLET is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years as it can cause suicidal tendencies.
