Venlafaxine Benefits & Uses

Venlafaxine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Fear
Panic Attack and Disorder

Venlafaxine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Venlafaxine Related Warnings

Is the use of Venlafaxine safe for pregnant women?

Venlafaxine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Venlafaxine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Venlafaxine safe during breastfeeding?

Venlafaxine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Venlafaxine on the Kidneys?

Venlafaxine rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Venlafaxine on the Liver?

Venlafaxine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Venlafaxine on the Heart?

Side effects of Venlafaxine rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Venlafaxine with Other Drugs

Venlafaxine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Pseudoephedrine

Phenylephrine

Haloperidol

Ketoconazole

Warfarin

Venlafaxine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Venlafaxine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bipolar Disorder
Suicidal Tendency
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Hypercalcemia

Frequently asked Questions about Venlafaxine

Is this Venlafaxine habit forming or addictive?

Venlafaxine does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Venlafaxine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Venlafaxine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Venlafaxine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Venlafaxine has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Venlafaxine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Venlafaxine

It is safe to take Venlafaxine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Venlafaxine

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Venlafaxine as it can have severe side effects.

Severe