It may come as a surprise to hear that anxiety can be an Effexor side effect, since it’s used to treat anxiety
Constipation is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants such as Elavil (amitriptyline) and Norpramin
Venlafaxine (Oral Route) Description and Brand Names Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex ® US Brand Name Effexor Effexor-XR Descriptions
Side Effects
constipation decrease in sexual desire or ability diarrhea dry mouth heartburn increased sweating loss of appetite nausea stomach pain or gas stuffy
Dear Alice, Ever since I've started taking Effexor XR, life has been splendid: Instead of waking up in the morning under a black
5mg, the constipation was HORRIBLE
150 mg, dark orange cap and body with "W" and "Effexor XR" on the cap and "150" on the body
Other reactions commonly reported in clinical trials include nausea, dry mouth, constipation and sweating
Other side effects can include dry mouth, loss of appetite, and sexual side effects
If needed, the dose should be further increased up to 225 mg/day
It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, hormones that help regulate mood
Avoid or Use Alternate Drug
contraindicated: combo may incr
Tricyclic antidepressants block the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine
This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems may occur as a result of the use of this drug
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2 Generalized Anxiety Disorder : Effexor XR is indicated for the treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Effexor XR (generic name: venlafaxine) is a once-daily serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) medication primarily used to treat depression, anxiety, and panic disorders in adolescents and adults
It Effexor (venlafaxine) withdrawal, a common form of antidepressant discontinuation syndrome, occurs if you abruptly stop taking it
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