Effexor XR Information:
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should
not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using this drug.
VENLAFAXINE - ORAL (ven-luh-FAX-een)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Effexor XR
USES: This medication is used in the treatment
of depression. The extended release form of this medication
is also used to treat anxiety.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth exactly
as prescribed. During the first few days your doctor
may gradually increase your dose to allow your body
to adjust to the medication. Take this medication with
food. Do not take this more often or increase your dose
without consulting your doctor. Your condition will
not improve any faster but the risk of serious side
effects will be increased. Do not stop taking this drug
suddenly without your doctor's approval. Your dose may
need to be gradually reduced to prevent adverse effects.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may initially cause
dizziness and nausea as your body adjusts to the medication.
Other side effects reported include sweating, loss of
appetite, dizziness, dry mouth, anxiety, tremor, blurred
vision, constipation, sleepiness, change in sexual ability.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome,
inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop
any of these serious effects: rapid or irregular heartbeat,
chest pain, severe headache, trouble breathing, painful
or difficult urination, skin rash. This medication may
cause drowsiness, dizziness, or clouded thinking. Use
caution operating machinery or engaging in activities
requiring alertness. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history,
especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, heart
disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, any allergies.
Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects
of this medication. Use with caution. This medication
should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It
is not known if this medication appears in breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter
or prescription medication you may take especially:
MAO inhibitors (e.g., tranylcypromine, phenelzine, isocarboxazid,
selegiline, furazolidone), other antidepressants, cimetidine,
lithium, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine,
morphine), seizure medication, certain migraine medicine
(e.g., sumatriptan), medicine for weight control. It
is recommended to avoid alcohol while using this medication.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include sleepiness, irregular
heartbeat, and seizures.
NOTES: Laboratory tests may be done periodically
while taking this medication to monitor the effects.
See your doctor regularly.
MISSED DOSE: Try to take each dose at the scheduled
time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered;
do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose,
instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual
dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose
to catch up.
STORAGE: Store Effexor XR at room temperature
between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees
C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
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