Voloxin 50 mg, 100 mg XR tablet.

Voloxin 50 mg, 100 mg XR tablet.

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 05 May 2020

API: Desvenlafaxine | Company: Pharmacare

Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD).

Dosage (summary)

50 mg once daily, max 100 mg; adjust for renal impairment.

Special Populations

  • Renal impairment
  • Hepatic impairment
  • Elderly patients

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.

Key Drug Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • CNS-active medicines
  • Serotonergic medicines

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to desvenlafaxine
  • Concomitant MAOI use
  • Patients < 18 years

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Insomnia

Counselling Points

  • Take at the same time daily
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Monitor for mood changes

Serious warnings

  • Risk of suicidality
  • Serotonin syndrome
  • Increased blood pressure
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