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Brintellix Benefits & Uses

Brintellix is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Brintellix 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: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Brintellix Related Warnings

Is the use of Brintellix safe for pregnant women?

Brintellix can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Brintellix safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Brintellix on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Brintellix will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Brintellix on the Kidneys?

Brintellix is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Brintellix on the Liver?

Brintellix is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Brintellix on the Heart?

Brintellix is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Brintellix with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Selegiline

Moclobemide

Brintellix Contraindications

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

Sodium deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Brintellix

Is this Brintellix habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Brintellix.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Brintellix as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Brintellix should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Yes, taking Brintellix can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Brintellix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Brintellix

You can take Brintellix with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Brintellix

Brintellix and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

Safe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Brintellix (vortioxetine)

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