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Composition :

VENLAFAXINE-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torcium Biotech Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

n.k. towers, purohit ji ka bagh gopinath marg, m.i. road jaipur rj 302001 in
Other Info - VIF0018

FAQs

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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.

Tell your doctor if you are taking painkillers like ibuprofen, aspirin, celecoxib, etc. as taking these medicines with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet may cause you to bleed easily.

Report it to your doctor on an urgent basis, as they will either change the dosing strength or change the medicine.

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet is a psychotropic drug. Any medicine capable of affecting the emotions, mind, and behavior are known as psychotropic drugs.

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet can cause sedation. You should talk to your doctor if you are taking any other sleep stimulating drug before starting Vifax Er-150mg Tablet .

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Taking the drug along with alcohol may increase the side effects such as confusion, drowsiness, and trouble in concentration. A few people may find it difficult in doing mental tasks. A person needs to limit the use of alcohol while being treated with this medicine.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please visit your doctor. There are no competent and well-controlled pregnancy studies. Your doctor will only provide a prescription if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor; there has been no significant research on the use of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet in breastfeeding/nursing moms.

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Driving

Unsafe

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet can cause dizziness or may affect a person's ability to drive so one should avoid driving or doing any work that needs clear attention.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Vifax Er-150mg Tablet if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current liver conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Vifax Er-150mg Tablet if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust yo ur dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Caution

The usage of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet is not allowed in children below 18 years old. However, this medicine can be used in children above 18 years after a doctor's recommendation

About Vifax Er-150mg Tablet

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 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 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 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 , 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 may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 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.

Uses of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and Panic Disorder.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 as it may worsen your symptoms or side-effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Taking Rasagiline with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 Vifax Er-150mg Tablet with Rasagiline is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Metoclopramide with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metoclopramide with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 Vifax Er-150mg Tablet with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but 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 your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Taking Safinamide with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 Safinamide with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, , but 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, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet 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 sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Bupropion is capable of causing seizures (fits), and taking it with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet, may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. Avoid tasks that need mental attention, such as driving or operating dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
When Vifax Er-150mg Tablet is taken with Selegiline, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Selegiline and Vifax Er-150mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineIopamidol
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How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Iopamidol injections into the spine can occasionally cause seizures, and the risk is enhanced if you are also taking medications that might induce seizures, such as Vifax Er-150mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Vifax Er-150mg Tablet with Iopamidol can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it.
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Dextromethorphan and Vifax Er-150mg Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dextromethorphan and Vifax Er-150mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxinePhentermine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vifax Er-150mg Tablet:
When Vifax Er-150mg Tablet is taken with phentermine, can cause serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vifax Er-150mg Tablet with Phentermine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • ALPRAZOLAM

Habit Forming

Yes

Special Advise

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

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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.

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