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Effexor
Venlafaxine (ven la FAK seen)
Effexor, Effexor XR |
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What is the most important information I should know about
Effexor?
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Do not take Effexor if you are currently taking or have taken a
monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),
phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14
days. |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Effexor may cause dizziness or
drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these
activities. |
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Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness,
dizziness, and confusion |
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Do not stop taking Effexor without first talking to your doctor.
Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping
the medication completely. Stopping the medication suddenly may
cause unpleasant side effects to occur. |
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Effexor is an antidepressant medication. It affects chemicals in
the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression or anxiety. |
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Effexor is used to relieve symptoms of depression,
generalized anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder (social
phobia). |
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Effexor may also be used for purposes other than those listed in
this medication guide. |
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider
before taking Effexor?
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Do not take Effexor if you are currently taking or have taken a
monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),
phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14
days. |
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Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have |
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heart disease or high blood pressure; |
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a history of mania or bipolar disorder; |
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increased pressure in the eye(s) or narrow-angle glaucoma; |
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bleeding or blood clotting problems; or |
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increased level of cholesterol in the blood. |
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You may not be able to take Effexor, or you may require a dosage
adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any
of the conditions listed above. |
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Effexor is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it
is not known whether Effexor will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do
not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if
you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. |
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Effexor passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby.
Do not take Effexor without first talking to your doctor if you
are breast-feeding a baby. |
How should I take Effexor?
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Take Effexor exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not
understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor
to explain the instructions to you. |
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Take each dose with a full glass of water. |
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Take Effexor with food or milk to lessen stomach upset. |
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Effexor should be taken at the same time every day. |
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Each Effexor XR capsule should be swallowed whole with fluid and
not divided, crushed, chewed, or placed in water. |
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If swallowing of the Effexor XR capsules is difficult, a capsule
may be carefully opened and the entire contents sprinkled onto a
spoonful of applesauce. This drug/food mixture should be swallowed
immediately without chewing and followed with a glass of water. |
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It is important to take Effexor regularly to get the most
benefit. |
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Do not stop taking Effexor without first talking to your doctor.
Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping
the medication completely. Stopping the medication suddenly may
cause unpleasant side effects to occur. |
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Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other medical
evaluations during treatment with Effexor to monitor progress and
side effects. |
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Store Effexor at room temperature away from moisture and heat. |
What happens if I miss a dose?
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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only
the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this
medication. |
What happens if I overdose?
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Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. |
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Symptoms of a Effexor overdose may include dizziness, drowsiness,
numbness, nausea, irregular heartbeats, seizures, and
unconsciousness. |
What should I avoid while taking Effexor?
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Effexor may cause dizziness or
drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these
activities. |
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Avoid the use of alcohol. Alcohol may increase drowsiness,
dizziness, and confusion while taking Effexor. |
What are the possible side effects of Effexor?
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If you experience any of the following serious side effects,
stop taking Effexor and contact your doctor immediately or seek
emergency medical treatment: |
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the
throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); |
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an irregular heartbeat or severely high blood pressure (blurred
vision, headache). |
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Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take Effexor and talk to your doctor if you experience |
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nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, abdominal pain, or loss of
appetite or weight; |
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drowsiness or dizziness; |
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mild tremor, anxiety, or agitation; |
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sexual problems such as impotence, abnormal ejaculation,
difficulty reaching orgasm, or decreased libido; |
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increase in blood cholesterol levels (detected by blood tests); |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk
to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is
especially bothersome. |
What other drugs will affect Effexor?
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Do not take Effexor if you are currently taking or have taken a
monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),
phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14
days. |
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Effexor may increase the effects of other drugs that cause
drowsiness, including other antidepressants, anxiety medicines,
antipsychotics, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat
insomnia), pain relievers, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor
about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any other
medicine without first talking to your doctor. |
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Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with
Effexor. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any
prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal
products. |
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has additional information about Effexor written
for health professionals that you may read. |
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of
children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
medication only for the indication prescribed. |
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allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions
about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or
pharmacist.
Click here for more information on Effexor from the
manufacturer. |
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