Vilazodone Hydrochloride Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Vilazodone Hydrochloride, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Vilazodone Hydrochloride brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Vilazodone Hydrochloride

Pronunciation : vil-AZ-oh-done

ICD Code : Y49.2 Therapeutic Classification : Psychotherapeutics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Vilazodone Hydrochloride

International :

Viibryd

Why is Vilazodone Hydrochloride Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, prescribed for major depressive disorder (MDD). It increases the serotonin level in the brain that helps to maintain mental balance.

When should Vilazodone Hydrochloride not be taken? (Contraindications)

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

What is the dosage of Vilazodone Hydrochloride?

PO- The recommended dose is 40 mg once daily.

How should Vilazodone Hydrochloride be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Vilazodone Hydrochloride?

• 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.

What are the side effects of Vilazodone Hydrochloride?

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.