BRINTELLIX (VORTIOXETINE) 10MG 28TAB

BRINTELLIX (VORTIOXETINE) 10MG 28TAB

Prentilex 10 mg 28 Tablets

What is the drug for Printelix?

The generic name for Prentelix is ​​vortioxetine

 

Vortoxetine is an antidepressant, a class of SSRIs, that inhibits selective serotonin reuptake in the brain, thus rebalancing neurotransmitters.

 

 

 

LPRINTELEX contains the active ingredient vortioxetine

 

vortioxetine is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, which restores the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain, reducing symptoms of depression.

 

The drug is available in the form of oral tablets at a concentration of 10 and 20 mg of the active substance

 

 

 

Indications for use of the drug LPRINTELEX

Vortioxetine is an antidepressant, for the treatment of symptoms of major depression in adults such as deep sadness, feelings of worthlessness, loss of interest in favorite activities, sleep disturbances, feelings of anxiety and changes in weight.

 

It is used in the following cases:

 

major depression.

 

depressive psychosis;

 

Dementia with features of depression

 

 

 

How to use Printelix

The attending physician determines the appropriate dosage for the patient's condition

 

The patient is advised not to take vortioxetine if he has taken an MAO inhibitor (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline) two weeks before starting the drug.

 

It is best not to use these medicines for at least 21 days after you stop using vortioxetine.

 

Is Prentilix used for anxiety?

Prentelix is ​​not approved as an anxiety medication, but it has been used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) especially in patients with severe anxiety disorder.

 

 

 

Does Brintellix increase weight?

No significant changes in weight during treatment with Prentelix were reported in clinical trials and one long-term study showed an average weight gain of 0.67 kg over base weight while on the drug.

 

 

 

What are the precautions for using Printelix?

Prentelix should be used with caution under the supervision of a physician in the following cases:

 

Liver or kidney problems.

 

hyperthyroidism;

 

epilepsy;

 

glaucoma;

 

Low levels of sodium in the blood.

 

Bipolar affective disorder.

 

Bleeding and blood clotting problems

 

Pregnancy and lactation

 

 

 

PRINTELEX medicine price

Prentelix 10 mg 28 tablets is available at premium jewelers pharmacies at a price of 170 Saudi riyals