Brintellix 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S is an antidepressant medication for adults. Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S helps patients with depression, boost their mood and energy levels and reduce anxiety and feelings of hop

elessness. Consume Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S with or without meals. However, you shall take it daily around the same time. Your doctor will determine the amount and frequency of administration to manage your symptoms effectively. Continue your therapy for at least six months after your symptoms have gone. While using this medication, strictly follow your doctor's recommendations. It might take days for you to feel okay. If you seem fine, don't adjust your dose or quit Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. It's possible that doing so will aggravate your problem. Vomiting, headache, and constipation are some of the most prevalent side effects of Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. If any side effects continue or worsen, seek medical advice. Likewise, if you experience a rapid change in mood or have thoughts of hurting yourself, or if your situation doesn't change or worsen, contact your health care provider right away. If you still have epilepsy, a seizure condition (fits), diabetes, liver or renal illness, any cardiac issues, or are presently having MAO inhibitors for depression, notify your specialist before using Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S.

Product Summary

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Contains	Vortioxetine(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Management of depression
Side effects	Constipation, vomiting, nausea, dry mouth, unusual dreams, decreased sexual drive or delayed orgasm in female and males
Therapy	ANTI-DEPRESSANT

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Brintellix 5 MG

As per CDSCO, Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S helps manage depression.

Contraindications of Brintellix 5 MG

If you had a history of seizure disorder or fits
If you have diabetes
If you possess any renal or liver disease
If you have heart-related problems
If you have been consuming MAO inhibitors 14 days before Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S intake
If you feel allergic to any active ingredients of Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S

Side effects of Brintellix 5 MG

Constipation
Vomiting
Nausea
Dry mouth
Unusual dreams
Decreased sexual drive or delayed orgasm in females and males

Precautions and Warnings of Brintellix 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S during pregnancy?

Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S may be harmful to a pregnant woman. Animal research has proven adverse effects on the growing foetus, despite lack of human studies. Therefore, before providing Brintellix 5, mg Tab 10'S to you, your doctor will consider the advantages as well as any possible hazards. Please seek medical advice.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S while breastfeeding?

Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S during breastfeeding may get passed on to the baby through breast milk. The quantity of Brintellix present in the mother’s milk is quite low and may not be harmful, however, this medicine should not be consumed without the doctor's supervision during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S?

Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S normally does not affect your driving abilities. However, when commencing therapy with Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S or altering the dose, you should be cautious when driving or handling dangerous machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S?

Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S with alcohol is unsafe since it might induce severe sleepiness and dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

If you have had dental surgery.
If you experience suicidal thoughts or unusual mood swings while having Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. Hence, seek medical help if you have swifts in emotions.
You must be cautious if you have diabetes, heart disease, renal or liver illness while consuming Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S.
You should be careful if you use painkillers with Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S since they might cause excessive bleeding.

Mode of Action of Brintellix 5 MG

How Does It Work?

Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S is a stimulant and serotonin modulator (SMS). It operates by affecting many brain chemicals such as serotonin, dopamine, histamine, noradrenaline, and acetylcholine. It thus h...

Directions for Use of Brintellix 5 MG

Consume Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S orally once a day, with or without meals. Consume Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S on a daily basis, around the same time.
Read the label instructions thoroughly, and if there is anything you don't understand, ask your healthcare provider or physician to clarify it.
Consume Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S as your doctor suggests. However, do not consume too few or finish it more quickly than your doctor suggested.
Considering how well you react to therapy or whether you encounter side effects, your specialist may alter your Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S dosage.
Tell your doctor how you're feeling while taking Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. m.
The real benefit of Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S may require 2 to 4 weeks or more to be felt. Although if you seem fine, keep taking Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. Do not discontinue consuming Brintellix 5 mg ...
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You could encounter withdrawal symptoms such as headaches, mood swings, and staying asleep if you suddenly quit consuming Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. Reach your health care provider if you have those sy...
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Interactions of Brintellix 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S might interact with the following medications and cause severe side effects: nausea, constipation, or vomiting. The medications are
Antiplatelet medication, including Clopidogrel
Blood thinners like Warfarin, Dabigatran
Tricyclic antidepressants such as Amitriptyline, Amoxapine, Doxepin
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs including Flurbiprofen, Aspirin
Selective serotonin receptor agonists like Sumatriptan

Storage and disposal of Brintellix 5 MG

Storage- Keep Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S securely shut in the packaging it came into. Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S must be at room temperature, away from moisture. It is critical to keep all medicine out o...

Dosage of Brintellix 5 MG

Overdose

In the event of a Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S overdose, seek medical attention. If the sufferer has passed out, had a seizure, is having problems breathing, or cannot be roused, go to a local hospital ri...

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dose of the Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S, you should take it as soon as possible. However, if it’s time for the next dose to be taken, you may skip it and continue with your regular schedule...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Divya Rohra

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Jagruti Jain

MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Will Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S make you gain weight?

A: According to studies, Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S does not induce significant weight fluctuations. However, one study found that some people taking Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S for a long time gained a little weight.

Q: Is it better to take Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S in the mornings or at night?

A: Consume Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S once a day, in the mornings or at night. Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S is generally taken in the morning because it might make you feel uncomfortable or keep you up if done late at night. Consume it with or without meals.

Q: What happens if I stop taking Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S?

A: Do not stop consuming Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S without consulting your practitioner. You might have withdrawal symptoms, including agitation, nausea, disorientation, vomiting, and nightmares if you suddenly quit consuming Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. Take it for as long as your doctor recommends to get the most out of Brintellix 5 mg Tab 10'S. If you cannot tolerate a dosage or have accomplished your therapy term, your practitioner will progressively lower your dose before discontinuing this medication.

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