Effexor

Generic Name: venlafaxine (oral) (VEN la fax een)

Brand name: Effexor, Effexor XR

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Effexor Extended-Release Capsules is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the concentration of certain brain chemicals that help elevate mood. Venlafaxine (effexor) affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression. Venlafaxine (effexor) is used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety, and panic disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. The RISK OF SUICIDAL THINKING AND BEHAVIOR was increased by antidepressants in short-term studies in children and adolescents with certain psychiatric disorders. Do not take this medication if you are allergic to venlafaxine (effexor) , or if you are also using a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate).