Anti-Depressant » Venlafaxine (VEN-la-fax-een)

Venlafaxine is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs).

Take Venlafaxine exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.

Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

blurred vision
constipation
drowsiness/dizziness
dry mouth
fainting spells
headache
irregular heartbeat (palpitations)
muscle aches/pains
nausea
painful erections(other sexual dysfunction)
skin rash
trembling
vomiting
unusual tiredness/weakness

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

alcohol
amphetamine
migraine headache medicines
cimetidine
dextroamphetamine
furazolidone
linezolid
lithium
medicines for heart rhythm/blood pressure
medications for weight control/appetite
MAO inhibitors
medicines for mental depression/mania/psychosis/anxiety
procarbazine
selegiline
St. John's wort

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

anorexia/weight loss
high blood pressure(heart problems)
kidney disease
liver disease
mania/bipolar disorder
seizures
suicidal thoughts(previous suicide attempt)

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store between 20 degrees - 25 degrees C (68 degrees - 77 degrees F), away from heat and moisture.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

Avoid alcohol and alcohol containing beverages whilst on a course with this medication.

Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.