VENLAFAXINE

Overview

VENLAFAXINE is a Schedule H1 drug.
Venlafaxine is an antidepressant.Venlafaxine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.It increases serotonin and norepinephrine levels in the brain that help to maintain mental balance.Venlafaxine works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain.

Usage

VENLAFAXINE is generally used to treat: Panic Disorder, Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Anxiety
VENLAFAXINE can address symptoms like: Mood Swings, Depressed Mood, Loss Of Appetite, Difficulty Sleeping, Fatigue (tiredness), Restless Or Irritability, Difficulty Concentrating, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Hyperventilating (rapid/deep Breathing), Shortness Of Breath, Abdomen Pain, Pale Skin, Difficulty Breathing

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

VENLAFAXINE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not take venlafaxine if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, or if you are being treated with methylene blue injection.
  • Do not use venlafaxine within 7 days before or 14 days after you have used a MAO inhibitors.
  • Do not stop using venlafaxine without first talking to your doctor.
  • You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to venlafaxine or desvenlafaxine.
  • Do not start or stop taking this medicine during pregnancy without your doctor’s advice.
  • Take venlafaxine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Venlafaxine should be taken with food. Try to take your dose at the same time each day.
  • Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole.
  • To make the extended-release capsule easier to swallow, you may open the capsule and sprinkle the medicine into a small amount of applesauce. Swallow all of the mixture without chewing, and do not save any for later use.
  • Your blood pressure will need to be checked often.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Ask your doctor before taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for pain, arthritis, fever, or swelling.
  • Venlafaxine may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Symptoms of Overdosage

VENLAFAXINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Irregular Heartbeat

Common Side-Effects

VENLAFAXINE : Insomnia, Anxiety, Heartburn, Eyes Change In Vision, Nausea, Vomit, Decreased Appetite, Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Head Headache, Anxiety, Nervousness, Difficulty Sleeping, Frightening Dreams, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Body Excessive Sweating, Fatigue (tiredness), Mood Swings, Eyes Blurred Vision, Ringing In Ears, Chills, Constipation, Abdomen Pain, Runny Nose, Body Burning Sensation

Serious Side-Effects

VENLAFAXINE : Blood Pressure, High, Easy Bleeding, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Pounding Heart (pulse), Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Eyes Pain, Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils

Rare Side-Effects

VENLAFAXINE : Serotonin Syndrome, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Restless Or Irritability, Lightheadedness, Missed Or Late Menstrual Period, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Muscle Stiffness, Pale Skin, Difficulty Breathing, Hallucinations, Loss Of Coordination, Fever, Agitation

Disease Interactions

VENLAFAXINE can interfere with: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Glaucoma, Hypertension, Hyponatremia, Seizure, Urinary Tract Infection, Anorexia Nervosa, Malnutrition

Technical Classification

VENLAFAXINE is categorized as: SEROTONIN-NOREPINEPHRINE REUPTAKE INHIBITORS / ANTIDEPRESSANTS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with VENLAFAXINE as Ingredient

FLAVIX 25MG TABVENLAFAXINE 25.0 MG
FLAVIX CAPVENLAFAXINE
FLAVIX TAB 75MGVENLAFAXINE 75 MG
NUTRAPORT 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
NUTRAPORT 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
SENTOSA 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
SENTOSA ER 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
SENTOSA ER 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VANAFAX 37.5MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VELAF 150MG TAB ERVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VELAF 37.5MG TAB ERVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VELAF 75MG TAB ERVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VELAX SR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VELAX SR 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENAXIN 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENAXIN SR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENAXIN SR 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENFAX 37.5MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENISH 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENISH SR TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENISH TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENIZ 150MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENIZ 37.5MG CAPULE XRVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENIZ 75MG CAPULE XRVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENIZ XR 37.5MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENIZ XR 75MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 75 MG
VENJOY 150MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENJOY 37.5MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENJOY 75MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLA 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLA XR 150MG TABVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENLA XR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLA XR 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLAWAY XR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLIFT 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLIFT 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLIFT OD 150MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENLIFT OD 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLIFT OD 75MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLOR 150MG CAP SRVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENLOR 150MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENLOR 37.5MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLOR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLOR 75MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLOR 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENLOR XR 150MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 150 MG
VENLOR XR 37.5MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENLOR XR 75MG CAPVENLAFAXINE 75 MG
VENPAD XR 150MG TABVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENPAD XR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENPAD XR 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENTAB 150MG TAB XLVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENTAB XL 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 150 MG
VENTAB XL 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75 MG
VENTEE 150MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 150.0 MG
VENTEE 37.5MG CAP XRVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENTEE 75MG CAP XRVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VENTIN XR 37.5MG TABVENLAFAXINE 37.5 MG
VENTIN XR 75MG TABVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG
VEXOR 75MG TAB XRVENLAFAXINE 75.0 MG