Valdoxan (Agomelatine) Tablet

Valdoxan Tablet helps treat depression. It reduces and gradually eliminates the symptoms of depression such as deep sadness, feelings of worthlessness, loss of interest in activities, sleep disturbances, tiredness, feelings of anxiety, and weight changes.

Valdoxan Tablet may be taken with or without food preferably at bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. If you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, fatigue, anxiety, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and back pain. Other side effects that may also be observed are stomach pain, changes in body weight, diarrhea, and increased liver enzymes. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Before taking this medicine, please tell your doctor if you suffer from any liver problems or diabetes. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time, regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required. Be vigilant about unusual darkening or any changes in the color of your urine, light-colored stools, yellowing of skin or eyes, pain in the upper right part of your stomach, and unusual fatigue as this could be signs of liver problems.

It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses Of Valdoxan Tablet

• Depression

Benefits Of Valdoxan Tablet

In Depression

Valdoxan Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. It helps you sleep better and increases your energy levels. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Side Effects Of Valdoxan Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Common Side Effects Of Valdoxan

• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Anxiety
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Back pain
• Abdominal pain
• Change in body weight
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Sleepiness
• Increased liver enzymes

How To Use Valdoxan 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. Valdoxan Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Valdoxan Tablet Works

Valdoxan Tablet is a melatonin agonist. It works by resynchronizing the sleep-wake cycle that is disturbed in depression.