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Venlanz Benefits & Uses

Venlanz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Venlanz 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: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 20 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 10 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 10 mg/day

Venlanz Related Warnings

Is the use of Venlanz safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Venlanz safe during breastfeeding?

Venlanz 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 Venlanz on the Kidneys?

Venlanz does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Venlanz on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Venlanz on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Venlanz on the Heart?

Venlanz may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Venlanz with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Carbamazepine

Fluvoxamine

Phenytoin

Metoprolol

Venlanz Contraindications

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

Tardive Dyskinesia
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Venlanz

Is this Venlanz habit forming or addictive?

Venlanz does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Venlanz. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Venlanz 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?

Yes, in many cases, taking Venlanz can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Venlanz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Venlanz

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Venlanz to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Venlanz

Taking Venlanz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Venlanz

Question over 4 years ago

Can Venlanz help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder)?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Venlanz might help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) in those patients who are unresponsive to the conventional treatment. Scientific data suggests that it might improve the mood symptoms in the treatment of unresponsive OCD patients.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Venlanz and Celexa together?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Venlanz and celexa (citalopram) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with celexa then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Venlanz?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Take Venlanz as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Venlanz and klonopin together?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Venlanz and Klonopin (clonazepam) should not be taken together at the same time because Venlanz is a derivative of benzodiazepines and clonazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class as well. Using both of these drugs together can cause increased sedation. If you are taking them together then you are advised to consult with your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Venlanz cause diabetes?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Venlanz does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting and during the treatment.