Effexor Xr
Formulated to address major depressive disorder and utilized to alleviate symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder with intent to promote mental wellbeing.
- Category
- Antidepressants
- Active ingredient
- Venlafaxine
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 75 · 150mg
Effexor Xr details
- Alternative names
- Efexor XL
- Therapeutic class
- Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI)
- Pharmacological class
- SNRI
- Known off-label uses
- hot flushes
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dizziness; dry mouth; sweating; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- anorexia; tremor; abnormal vision; hypertension
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature, keep in original packaging.
- Drug interactions
- monoamine oxidase inhibitors; st. john's wort; tramadol; alcohol
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for use in children and adolescents.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to venlafaxine; concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors; uncontrolled hypertension
Precautions and warnings
avoid rapid discontinuation; monitor blood pressure; may impair driving ability; caution in patients with a history of seizures
Serious side effects
serotonin syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to address major depressive disorder and utilized to alleviate symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder with intent to promote mental wellbeing.
Mechanism of action
Venlafaxine is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It restores the balance of neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine within the brain to help improve mood and reduce anxiety symptoms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: consult your doctor before use. Breastfeeding: venlafaxine passes into breast milk; discuss benefits and risks with your doctor.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Effexor Xr
Effexor Xr is a brand of venlafaxine, a primary treatment for Major Depressive Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. This medication is also known as Efexor Xl and is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 75mg and 150mg. Pfizer produces this treatment to assist with mental health management for patients around the world.
Effexor Xr availability in Asia
Effexor Xr is registered across 13 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. For those managing their mental health, generic venlafaxine, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand. This medication is best used under a doctor’s care, helping patients maintain consistency of treatment while living or working abroad.