Ventodep ER 150 Tablet
Manufacturer
Lifecare Innovations Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Venlafaxine (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ventodep ER 150 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorder.
Dosage Form
Tablet ER
Introduction
Ventodep ER 150 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorder. It alters the chemicals in the brain that cause symptoms of anxiety such as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, fatigue, sweating, increased heart rate, and unwanted or racing thoughts. Ventodep ER 150 Tablet should be taken with food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
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. Ventodep ER 150 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Ventodep ER 150 Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.
Quick Tips
Ventodep ER 150 Tablet helps in treating depression and anxiety. It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Ventodep ER 150 Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
Can Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet cause sedation?
Yes, Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet can cause sedation. If you are taking any other sleep-inducing medications before starting Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet, inform your doctor.
Is Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet a psychotropic drug?
Yes, Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behavior are called psychotropic drugs.
Is Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet a narcotic?
No, Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep-inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.
What is the difference between Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet ER and XR?
Both are same medication. Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet ER and XR both mean extended-release preparation which releases the medication slowly into the body and maintains a constant needed medication levels.
Can I take mirtazapine along with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
No, there can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet. It can cause a serious condition called serotonin syndrome.
Can I take Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet with citalopram?
No, citalopram and Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or use any alternate drug. It can cause a serious condition called serotonin syndrome.
What is the relation between Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet and p-glycoprotein?
P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet from the brain. Some studies have shown that Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.
Where is Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet absorbed?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is absorbed from the intestine after being metabolised by the liver.
When should I take Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Consult your doctor for proper instructions on when to take Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet.
Can gabapentin be given along with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Yes, gabapentin can be given with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet but only under consultation of a doctor. They both, when given together, cause an increase in drowsiness, sleepiness, and decreased concentration in work.
What is the difference between Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet and desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet. It is the same medication in an active form.
Can fibromyalgia be treated with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet in the treatment of fibromyalgia.
Can nerve pain be treated with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is not approved for treatment of nerve pain disorders but some researchers have proved its efficacy in nerve pain. It is currently used off-label for nerve pain.
Why does Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet cause loss of appetite?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet causes changes in the neurotransmitters levels and chemicals in the brain which leads to decrease in appetite and this loss of appetite is dose-dependent.
What are good alternatives to Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet, particularly when a side effect is reduced sex drive?
If you find any side effects like decreased sex drive or impotence talk to your doctor and then you can have some other drug. Do not stop Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet by yourself it can lead to increased adverse effects.
Can I take Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet tablet instead of a capsule?
You can take a tablet instead of the capsule but only under consultation or prescription of a doctor. You should not change it yourself as the different formulation of a medication may have a different action and drug release would be different in both.
Can gabapentin be given along with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Yes, gabapentin can be given with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet but only under consultation of a doctor. They both, when given together, causes an increase drowsiness, sleepiness and decreased concentration in work.
What is the difference between Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet and desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet. It is the same medication in an active form.
Can fibromyalgia be treated with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet in the treatment of fibromyalgia.
Can nerve pain be treated with Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet is not approved for treatment of nerve pain disorders but some researchers have proved its efficacy in nerve pain. It is currently used off-label for nerve pain.
Why does Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet cause loss of appetite?
Ventodopa ER 150 Tablet causes changes in the neurotransmitters levels and chemicals in the brain which leads to decrease in appetite and this loss of appetite is dose-dependent.
