Voxidep Information

Voxidep is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

The correct dosage of Voxidep depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Voxidep include Insomnia, Headache, Fatigue. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Voxidep as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Voxidep go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Voxidep's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Voxidep related warnings talks about Voxidep's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Voxidep is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Voxidep contraindications section.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Voxidep is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Voxidep Benefits & Uses

Voxidep is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Voxidep 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: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take

Voxidep Related Warnings

Is the use of Voxidep safe for pregnant women?

Voxidep can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Voxidep, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Voxidep safe during breastfeeding?

Voxidep should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Voxidep on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Voxidep on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Voxidep on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Voxidep on the Heart?

Side effects of Voxidep rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Voxidep with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Linezolid

Tramadol

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Aspirin

Codeine

Warfarin

Voxidep Contraindications

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

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Suicidal Tendency
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Mania
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Voxidep

Is this Voxidep habit forming or addictive?

Voxidep does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Voxidep should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Yes, this Voxidep works for mental disorders.

Yes

Voxidep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Voxidep

Taking Voxidep with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Voxidep

Consuming Voxidep with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe