It is not recommended to take any monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within the 14 days after stopping VILAREST 40MG TABLET or do not take VILAREST 40MG TABLET within 14 days after stopping MAOIs. The interaction between these two drugs can be fatal sometimes. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may worsen depression and increase suicidal tendencies, so inform your doctor immediately if you notice any unusual changes in your mood or behaviour. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may cause serotonin syndrome or neuroleptic malignant-like syndrome, which is characterized by symptoms such as high blood pressure, agitation, confusion, excess sweating, and increased heart rate. In such cases, the doctor may discontinue treatment and provide supportive therapy. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may increase bleeding risk when used along with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, or blood thinners. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may activate mania (abnormally heightened response or energy levels), so patients should be screened regularly for bipolar disorder. VILAREST 40MG TABLET may cause hyponatremia (decreased sodium levels in the blood) when used in people with the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), a condition in which the body retains too much water. Do not stop taking VILAREST 40MG TABLET even if you feel better without your doctor’s advice. Abrupt stopping this medicine may cause withdrawal symptoms such as sleep problems, irritability, and excessive sweating. The doctor may gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping the treatment from avoiding withdrawal reactions.

Drug-Drug Interactions: VILAREST 40MG TABLET may interact with other antidepressants (selegiline, tranylcypromine, phenelzine, isocarboxazid, amitriptyline, and fluoxetine, etc.), a medicine used to treat fits (mephenytoin), a herbal medicine used to treat depression (St. John’s Wort or Hypericum perforatum), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen, diclofenac, and aceclofenac, etc.), pain killers (tramadol and aspirin), diuretics or water pills, medicines used to treat mood disorders or mental illnesses (buspirone and tryptophan, etc.), blood thinner (warfarin) and medicines used to treat migraine (sumatriptan and rizatriptan).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: VILAREST 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with alcohol abuse, seizures (fits), liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorder, glaucoma (an eye condition), and bipolar disorder.

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• Regularly attend therapy sessions.
• Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
• Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
• Include foods rich in omega fatty acids such as fish, nuts, fresh fruits, vegetables, and olive oils.
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• Exercising helps in the production of the body’s natural antidepressants. It also helps in relieving stress, improving mood, boosts self-esteem, and provides restful sleep.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors, and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

• Inform your doctor that you are taking VILAREST 40MG TABLET if you are undergoing any medical or dental treatment.