Venlafaxine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Effexor, Effexor XR
Category- Antidepressant
- Anti-anxiety
agent
DescriptionVenlafaxine (ven-la-FAX-een)
is used to treat mental depression. It is also used to treat certain anxiety
disorders or to relieve the symptoms of anxiety. However, it usually is not
used for anxiety or tension caused by the stress of everyday life.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
-
Extended-release capsules (U.S. and Canada)
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Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S.—
In Canada—
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