Depression|Obsessive-compulsive disorder

In Depression Voxadep 50mg Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood relieves anxiety tension and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

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. Voxadep 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Voxadep 50mg Tablet is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is prescribed to treat depression where it helps to make you feel better. This medicine is also used to treat people with obsessive-compulsive disorder.Voxadep 50mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. 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. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety restlessness palpitations dizziness sleep disturbances etc).To get the most benefit take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.Voxadep 50mg Tablet has been reported to have fewer side effects than older antidepressants. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea vomiting fatigue dry mouth increased sweating tremors insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) decreased sexual drive delayed ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.Before taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits) diabetes liver or kidney disease heart problems or glaucoma. 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.

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. Voxadep 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voxadep 50mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Voxadep 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Voxadep 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Voxadep 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Voxadep 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Voxadep 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Voxadep 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voxadep 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Voxadep 50mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Aralkylketone Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS|Action Class :: Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Depression|Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Delayed ejaculation | Drowsiness | Erectile dysfunction | Low sexual desire | Nausea | Vomiting | Dryness in mouth | Fatigue | Increased sweating | Indigestion | Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) | Loss of appetite | Nervousness | Tremors

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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CAUTION

CAUTION

Q. Is Voxadep 50mg Tablet used for anxiety?::: Yes Voxadep 50mg Tablet is used to treat social anxiety disorder. It is anxiety related to interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life. Voxadep 50mg Tablet is also used for the treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks. In OCD a person experiences unwanted thoughts and the irresistible desire to perform certain actions over and over. These thoughts and desires do not go away and make it bothersome for the person.| Q. Can Voxadep 50mg Tablet get you high?::: There is no evidence that Voxadep 50mg Tablet causes dependence. But patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Voxadep 50mg Tablet. Usually the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.| Q. Who should not take Voxadep 50mg Tablet?::: You should not take Voxadep 50mg Tablet if you are allergic to it if you are taking another medicine to treat depression called a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI) or if you have stopped taking an MAOI within the last 14 days. This is because taking both these medicines close in time together may cause serious and sometimes fatal reactions like high body temperature convulsions and even coma.| Q. Does Voxadep 50mg Tablet make you sleepy?::: Yes a common side effect of Voxadep 50mg Tablet is sleepiness. It may also affect your ability to think clearly make decisions or react quickly. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until and unless you know how Voxadep 50mg Tablet affects you.| Q. Does Voxadep 50mg Tablet have any serious health risks associated with it?::: Yes the use of Voxadep 50mg Tablet may cause serious health risks. These may include increased risks of suicidal thoughts and actions mania bleeding problems convulsions visual problems and low sodium levels in the blood.| Q. How quickly does Voxadep 50mg Tablet work?::: It takes a long time for Voxadep 50mg Tablet to start working. However you may see an improvement in your sleep appetite and energy levels within 1-2 weeks of starting Voxadep 50mg Tablet. While conditions like depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.| Q. Can I stop Voxadep 50mg Tablet if I am better now?::: No instead of stopping the medicine by yourself consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before stopping it completely. This is done because sudden discontinuation of Voxadep 50mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms include anxiety irritability high or low mood feeling restless or changes in sleep habits headache sweating nausea dizziness electric shock-like sensations shaking and confusion.| Q. Does Voxadep 50mg Tablet cause weight gain?::: Voxadep 50mg Tablet may either cause weight gain or weight loss. The weight loss could be due to loss of appetite. However the chances of having weight gain or loss is not known. As compared to other anti-depressants there is no significant change in body weight with Voxadep 50mg Tablet in the majority of people.