Voxigain 5 Tablet

Composition of Voxigain 5 Tablet

Voxigain 5 Tablet contains Vortioxetine (5mg).

Uses of Voxigain 5 Tablet

Depression

Key benefits

• In Depression Voxigain 5 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.

How Voxigain 5 Tablet works

Voxigain 5 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.

How to take Voxigain 5 Tablet

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. Voxigain 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Voxigain 5 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.

If you take too much

Taking more Voxigain than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Voxigain 5 Tablet

Most side effects of Voxigain are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Voxigain 5 Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Voxigain. Some combinations can change how Voxigain works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Voxigain 5 Tablet

Store Voxigain below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Voxigain 5 Tablet

Voxigain 5 Tablet 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.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Chemical class:

Benzofuran derivative