Vilamid Information

Vilamid is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Vilamid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vilamid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vilamid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Vilamid has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vilamid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vilamid contraindications section.

Additionally, Vilamid may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vilamid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Vilamid Benefits & Uses
Vilamid Dosage & How to Take
Vilamid Side Effects
Vilamid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vilamid with Other Drugs
Vilamid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vilamid
Vilamid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vilamid Benefits & Uses

Vilamid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Vilamid Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: First week given 10 mg, once daily next week 20 mg, once daily, further dose may increase up to 40 mg as needed
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: First week given 10 mg, once daily next week 20 mg, once daily, further dose may increase up to 40 mg as needed

Vilamid Related Warnings

Is the use of Vilamid safe for pregnant women?

Vilamid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Vilamid again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Vilamid safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Vilamid. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Vilamid on the Kidneys?

Vilamid is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vilamid on the Liver?

Vilamid may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Vilamid on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Vilamid for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vilamid with Other Drugs

Vilamid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Dextromethorphan

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Amiodarone

Vilamid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vilamid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Suicidal Tendency
Drug Abuse
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Vilamid

Is this Vilamid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Vilamid has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Vilamid. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Vilamid is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Vilamid has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Vilamid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vilamid

Taking Vilamid with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vilamid

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Vilamid as it can have severe side effects.

Severe