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Voroxo 10 Tablet 14.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Voroxo 10 Tablet is a product of Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd

Composition: Vortioxetine (10mg)

Pack of 14 tablet

₹ 70.00

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Voroxo 10 Tablet

Description:

Voroxo 10 Tablet is a medicine prescribed to treat depression in adults. It belongs to a group of antidepressants known as serotonin modulator and stimulator (SMS). This medication helps to improve mood and energy levels, and reduce sadness and feelings of worthlessness in people with depression.
 

Voroxo 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. If you have trouble sleeping it may be best to take this medicine in the morning. It may take a few weeks before you start to feel better. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Your condition may get worse or you may suffer unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement after four weeks.

Some common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, and constipation. Retain taking the medicine but talk to a doctor if these side effects bother you. There may be ways of preventing or reducing them. You should avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Earlier taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, glaucoma, drug addiction or bipolar disorder. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Voroxo 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Voroxo

  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Warning & Precautions:

 
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Voroxo 10 Tablet.
 
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Voroxo 10 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
 
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Voroxo 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
 
Driving
SAFE
Voroxo 10 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
You should exercise caution when driving or operating hazardous machinery especially on starting treatment with Voroxo 10 Tablet or on changing the dose.
 
Kidney
CAUTION
Voroxo 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
 
Liver
CAUTION
Voroxo 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What class of drug is Voroxo 10 Tablet?

Voroxo 10 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as serotonin modulator and simulator (SMS). It is used to treat depression. This medicine helps by acting on multiple brain chemicals including serotonin, noradrenaline, dopamine, histamine, and acetylcholine which are thought to be involved in controlling mood and related mental processes.

What are the side effects of Voroxo 10 Tablet?

The most common side effects of Voroxo 10 Tablet are nausea, vomiting and constipation. However, these usually resolve and are not bothersome, but if these side effects do not subside and worry you, you must consult your doctor as he/she may suggest ways to prevent or treat them.

How long does it take for Voroxo 10 Tablet to work?

Voroxo 10 Tablet usually takes around 1-2 weeks to show improvement in the symptoms. Your sleep, appetite and energy levels are among the first physical symptoms to get better and hence signify that the medicine has started having its impact on you. However, remarkable benefits, such as those in your depression, may be seen after about 6-8 weeks of treatment.

Will Voroxo 10 Tablet cause weight gain?

Voroxo 10 Tablet does not cause significant weight changes according to research reports. However, one study showed only 0.67 kgs of mean weight gain in some individuals who had been treated with Voroxo 10 Tablet for a long term.

What if I stop taking Voroxo 10 Tablet?

You should never stop taking Voroxo 10 Tablet without discussing it with your doctor. If you stop taking Voroxo 10 Tablet abruptly, you may have withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, nightmares, headache, and/or paresthesias (prickling, tingling sensation on the skin). Continue taking Voroxo 10 Tablet for the duration as prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit. If you are not able to tolerate a dose or if you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor will reduce your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine completely.

Should Voroxo 10 Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?

Voroxo 10 Tablet can be taken once a day either in the morning or at night. However, it is usually recommended to take Voroxo 10 Tablet once a day in the morning since it can make you feel restless or keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer taking it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.
 
 
 

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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