Venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
$0.61
Effexor XR (Venlafaxine) treats depression, anxiety and panic disorder by balancing chemicals in the brain.
Drug Information
13 reviews for Venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
Effexor XR contains Venlafaxine.
Venlafaxine is an antidepressant from a group called SNRIs. It is used for depression and several anxiety disorders.
What is it used for?
- Depression
- Generalised anxiety disorder
- Social anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
How does it work?
Venlafaxine keeps more of two chemical messengers, serotonin and noradrenaline, available in the brain. This helps improve mood and reduce anxiety over a few weeks.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- Antidepressants can, rarely, cause thoughts of self-harm or suicide, especially in people under 25 and in the first few weeks. Tell someone close to you that you are taking it and ask them to tell you if they notice changes in your mood or behaviour.
- Do not take it with, or within 2 weeks of, an MAOI antidepressant (such as phenelzine or selegiline), or with linezolid or methylene blue.
- Taking it with other medicines that raise serotonin (other antidepressants, tramadol, triptans for migraine, lithium, St John's wort) can cause serotonin syndrome.
- It can raise the risk of bleeding, especially with aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen or blood thinners.
- Tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, bipolar disorder or mania, glaucoma, heart problems, liver or kidney problems, or diabetes.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly. This can cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, electric-shock feelings, bad dreams and irritability. Your doctor will lower the dose slowly.
- It may make you sleepy or dizzy. Do not drive until you know how it affects you, and avoid alcohol.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- It can raise blood pressure. Your doctor may check it regularly.
- Venlafaxine is more likely than some antidepressants to cause withdrawal symptoms if doses are missed or it is stopped suddenly.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Effexor XR can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Feeling sick (nausea), especially in the first 1 to 2 weeks
- Headache
- Trouble sleeping or feeling sleepy
- Sweating
- Dry mouth
- Lower sex drive, or trouble reaching orgasm or getting an erection
- Constipation
- Dizziness
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Thoughts of harming yourself or ending your life
- Feeling very high, overexcited or reckless (mania)
- Fever, sweating, shaking, muscle twitching, fast heartbeat and confusion (possible serotonin syndrome)
- A fit (seizure)
- Unusual bleeding or bruising, or black stools
- Confusion, headache and weakness, especially in older people (low sodium)
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take it once a day (extended-release capsules) or 2 to 3 times a day (regular tablets), with food, at the same times each day.
- Swallow extended-release capsules whole. Do not crush or chew them.
- A common adult dose is 75 mg a day, which may be raised up to 225 mg (higher in hospital).
If you miss a dose: Take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QHow long does Effexor XR take to work?
- A
Some people notice better sleep or energy in 1 to 2 weeks, but it usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to feel the full benefit on mood. Keep taking it even if you do not feel different straight away.
- QHow long will I need to take Effexor XR?
- A
Most people take it for at least 6 months after they feel better, to stop the depression or anxiety coming back. Your doctor will review this with you.
- QCan I drink alcohol with Effexor XR?
- A
It is best to avoid alcohol. It can make you more drowsy and can make depression and anxiety worse.
- QIs Effexor XR addictive?
- A
No, antidepressants are not addictive. But stopping suddenly can cause withdrawal-like symptoms, so always reduce slowly with your doctor.

Aiko Chavez –
Writing this after my latest order from the site. I had no issues with what I received. And service was courteous from start to finish.
Kofi Nelson –
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Elena Wagner –
Their staff was patient with my questions. Happy with the experience overall. No complaints about the product.
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