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Product trade name: Venlafaxine



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  • Venlafaxine Hydrochloride

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  • Antidepressants
  • Anxiolytics
  • Selective serotonin and norepinephrine-reuptake inhibitors

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  • N06AX16 - Venlafaxine

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    Venlafaxine Pliva information

    Venlafaxine Pliva is a drug belonging to the antidepressant and anti-anxiety agents that aid in the control of depression and anxiety attacks.

    Venlafaxine Pliva indications

    This medicine is used to treat mental depression, as well as anxiety disorders and its symptoms.

    Venlafaxine Pliva warnings

    Before taking this antidepressant drug, determine if you are allergic to this medication or other components of Venlafaxine Pliva.

    Venlafaxine Pliva and pregnancy

    This drug has not been tested in pregnant women but tests on pregnant rats indicated that high doses of Venlafaxine Pliva lead to birth defects and foetal death. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become so when you are prescribed this medication.
    This antidepressant medication has a tendency to be passed into breast milk and may cause unwanted side effects in the nursing infant. It is advised that you stop breast feeding when using Venlafaxine Pliva.
    You must also inform your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions:
    Brain problems such as brain damage or mental retardation
    Seizures. The risks of developing seizures may be increased when on Venlafaxine Pliva medication.
    Heart Diseases
    High blood pressure or low blood pressure. This product may further worsen these medical conditions.
    Kidney Problems
    Liver disease. If you have liver disease, your doctor may significantly lower your dosage to prevent increase blood levels.
    Mania - the condition of patients with a history of maniac tendencies may be worsened when taking the medication.
    Weight loss. The intake of Venlafaxine Pliva may increase weight loss in patients who are following weight loss programs in an unhealthy manner.

    Venlafaxine Pliva intake guidelines

    Take this antidepressant medication as prescribed by your doctor. Do not deviate from their instructions and follow the guidelines outlined for the proper intake of this medicine.
    Venlafaxine Pliva should be taken with meals or on a full stomach to lessen stomach upsets associated therewith.
    If you are taking the extended release capsule, never chew or break the capsule. Swallow it whole.

    Venlafaxine Pliva dosage

    The dosage of Venlafaxine Pliva varies from patient to patient depending on factors such as age, body weight and degree of mental depression and anxiety.
    The usual dose for adults for the treatment of depression ranges from 75 mg to 375 mg a day, to be determined by the patient's doctor.
    The usual dose for adults for the treatment of anxiety ranges from 75 mg to 225 mg per day, to be determined by the patient's doctor.

    Venlafaxine Pliva overdose

    If an overdose is suspected, immediately consult a doctor. If symptoms worsen and become intolerable, seek emergency medical attention immediately. The symptoms of an Venlafaxine Pliva overdose include:
    agitation
    convulsions and seizures
    extreme drowsiness
    unusual and extreme tiredness
    burning and prickling sensations on the skin
    trembling and shaking

    Venlafaxine Pliva missed dose

    It is strongly advised never to take a double dose of this medication. If a dose is missed, skip it and only take the next dose in the schedule.



    Venlafaxine Pliva side effects

    Unwanted side effects of Venlafaxine Pliva include:
    changes in vision e.g. blurry or distorted vision and double vision
    decrease in libido
    headaches
    high blood pressure
    abnormal dreams
    anxiety
    nervousness
    chills
    constipation
    diarrhea
    insomnia
    vomiting
    weight loss
    These are the most common side effects of Venlafaxine Pliva.
    atypical side effects include:
    chest pains
    arrhythmia
    mood and mental instability
    ringing and buzzing in the ears
    convulsions and seizures
    lockjaw
    postural hypotension
    menstrual changes
    swelling
    problems in urination
    Ask for medical advice if you experience any of the side effects listed above.

    Venlafaxine Pliva drug reactions

    Let your medical consultant or doctor know if you are taking any of the following medicines before taking Venlafaxine Pliva:
    busiprone
    bromocriptine
    tricyclic anti depressants
    dextromathorpan
    lithium
    levodopa
    meperidine
    nefazodone
    pentazocine
    serotonin reuptake inhibitors
    street drugs
    sumatriptan
    tramadol
    trazodone
    tryptophan
    moclobemide
    MOAI
    You may be prescribed a lower dose of Venlafaxine Pliva or you may be advised to entirely taking it entirely.



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