Vortiroc 20mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Vortiroc 20mg Tablet

Vortioxetine(20mg)

food interaction for Vortiroc Tablet

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lactation interaction for Vortiroc Tablet

food
alcohol
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lactation
Vortiroc 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Vortiroc 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Vortiroc 20mg 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.
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Information regarding the use of Vortiroc 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Vortiroc 20mg Tablet

Vortioxetine(20mg)

Vortiroc tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of depression.

How vortiroc tablet works

Vortiroc 20mg Tablet is a serotonin modulator and stimulator (SMS). It works 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.

Common side effects of vortiroc tablet

Constipation, Nausea, Vomiting

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Expert advice FOR Vortiroc Tablet

  • Vortioxetine helps treat depression in adults.
  • It can be taken with or without food. However, take with food and/or at night to reduce nausea, diarrhea, or gas.
  • Take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in your body.
  • It may take 8-12 weeks to see full effects. Keep taking it as prescribed. Your treatment may be continued for at least 6 months after the resolution of symptoms.
  • Your doctor may alter your dose based on your response to the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine, even if you feel well.
  • Talk to your doctor if you experience sudden mood changes or unusual thoughts.

Frequently asked questions FOR Vortiroc 20mg Tablet

Vortioxetine

Q. What class of drug is Vortiroc 20mg Tablet?
Vortiroc 20mg 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.
Q. What are the side effects of Vortiroc 20mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Vortiroc 20mg 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.
Q. How long does it take for Vortiroc 20mg Tablet to work?
Vortiroc 20mg 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.
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Q. Will Vortiroc 20mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Vortiroc 20mg 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 Vortiroc 20mg Tablet for a long term.
Q. What if I stop taking Vortiroc 20mg Tablet?
You should never stop taking Vortiroc 20mg Tablet without discussing it with your doctor. If you stop taking Vortiroc 20mg 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 Vortiroc 20mg 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.
Q. Should Vortiroc 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Vortiroc 20mg Tablet can be taken once a day either in the morning or at night. However, it is usually recommended to take Vortiroc 20mg 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)