Vilalert 20mg Tablet

Vilalert 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that relax the nerves and have a calming effect on the brain.

Vilalert 20mg Tablet should be taken with food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day. You should never 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.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and diarrhea. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. Moreover, most of the side effects are immediate and often go away with time. Please consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

Before taking Vilalert 20mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, or liver problems or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

• Depression

Depression
Vilalert 20mg Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Vilalert 20mg Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

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

Common side effects of Minidep

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea

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. Vilalert 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Vilalert 20mg Tablet works in depression by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is one of the chemical messengers in the brain that helps in regulating mood.

• Vilalert 20mg Tablet should be taken with food.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Vilalert 20mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.

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