Worti 20mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	DD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Active Ingredient	Vortioxetine (20mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Piperazine Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Serotonin modulator and stimulator
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	793

FAQ

What are the side effects of Worti 20mg?

The most common side effects of Worti 20mg are nausea, vomiting and constipation. However, these usually resolve and are not bothersome, but if these side effects do not subside and worry you, you must consult your doctor as he/she may suggest ways to prevent or treat them.

What if I stop taking Worti 20mg?

You should never stop taking Worti 20mg without discussing it with your doctor. If you stop taking Worti 20mg abruptly, you may have withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, nightmares, headache, and/or paresthesias (prickling, tingling sensation on the skin). Continue taking Worti 20mg for the duration as prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit. If you are not able to tolerate a dose or if you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor will reduce your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine completely.

Will Worti 20mg cause weight gain?

Worti 20mg does not cause significant weight changes according to research reports. However, one study showed only 0.67 kgs of mean weight gain in some individuals who had been treated with Worti 20mg for a long term.

What class of drug is Worti 20mg?

Worti 20mg belongs to a class of medicines known as serotonin modulator and simulator (SMS). It is used to treat depression. This medicine helps by acting on multiple brain chemicals including serotonin, noradrenaline, dopamine, histamine, and acetylcholine which are thought to be involved in controlling mood and related mental processes.

How long does it take for Worti 20mg to work?

Worti 20mg usually takes around 1-2 weeks to show improvement in the symptoms. Your sleep, appetite and energy levels are among the first physical symptoms to get better and hence signify that the medicine has started having its impact on you. However, remarkable benefits, such as those in your depression, may be seen after about 6-8 weeks of treatment.

Should Worti 20mg be taken in the morning or at night?

Worti 20mg can be taken once a day either in the morning or at night. However, it is usually recommended to take Worti 20mg once a day in the morning since it can make you feel restless or keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer taking it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.

What if you forget to take Worti Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Worti 20mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Worti 20mg Tablet Reviews

Worti 20mg is a medicine prescribed to treat depression in adults. It belongs to a group of antidepressants known as serotonin modulator and stimulator (SMS). This medication helps to improve mood and energy levels, and reduce sadness and feelings of worthlessness in people with depression.

Worti 20mg may be taken with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. If you have trouble sleeping it may be best to take this medicine in the morning. It may take a few weeks before you start to feel better. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Your condition may get worse or you may suffer unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement after four weeks.

Some common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, and constipation. Keep taking the medicine but talk to a doctor if these side effects bother you. There may be ways of preventing or reducing them. You should avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, glaucoma, drug addiction or bipolar disorder. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.

How Worti 20mg Tablet Works

Worti 20mg is a serotonin modulator and stimulator (SMS). It works by acting on multiple brain chemicals including serotonin, noradrenaline, dopamine, histamine, and acetylcholine which are thought to be involved in controlling mood and related mental processes.

How to Use Worti 20mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Worti 20mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Worti 20mg Tablet

In Depression: Worti 20mg works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

Uses of Worti 20mg Tablet

Depression

Worti 20mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Worti 20mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Worti 20mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Worti 20mg. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^SAFE

Worti 20mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.You should exercise caution when driving or operating hazardous machinery especially on starting treatment with Worti 20mg or on changing the dose.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Worti 20mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Worti 20mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Worti 20mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Worti 20mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Worti 20mg helps treat depression in adults.
Take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in your body.
Talk to your doctor if you experience sudden mood changes or unusual thoughts.
It can be taken with or without food. However, take with food and/or at night to reduce nausea, diarrhea, or gas.
Your doctor may alter your dose based on your response to the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine, even if you feel well.
It may take 8-12 weeks to see full effects. Keep taking it as prescribed. Your treatment may be continued for at least 6 months after the resolution of symptoms.

References

Vortioxetine [Prescribing Information]. Lexington, MA: Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.; 2021.
Stahl SM, editor. Vortioxetine. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 733-37.
Vortioxetine. Deerfield, IL: Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.; 2014.
Vortioxetine. Deerfield, IL: Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.; 2013.