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Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR

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Composition FOR Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR

Venlafaxine(150mg)

food interaction for Venaxin Tablet SR

alcohol interaction for Venaxin Tablet SR

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lactation interaction for Venaxin Tablet SR

food
alcohol
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lactation
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR.
UNSAFE
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Babies should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and adequate weight gain.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR

Venlafaxine(150mg)

Venaxin tablet sr uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorder.

How venaxin tablet sr works

Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

Common side effects of venaxin tablet sr

Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Decreased appetite, Anxiety, Constipation, Increased sweating, Sexual dysfunction

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Expert advice FOR Venaxin Tablet SR

  • Venlafaxine helps in treating depression and anxiety.
  • It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Venlafaxine to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Venlafaxine as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
  • It may cause a sensation of restlessness, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Frequently asked questions FOR Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR

Venlafaxine

Q. Can Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR cause sedation?
Yes. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep inducing medicines before starting Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR.
Q. Is Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR a psychotropic drug?
Yes. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.
Q. Is Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR a narcotic?
No. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.
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Q. What is the difference between Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR ER and XR?
Both are same medication. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR ER and XR both means extended release preparation which releases the medication slowly into the body and maintains a constant needed medications levels. The advantage of taking ER/XR tablets is the frequency of dosage can be decreased.
Q. Can I take mirtazapine along with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR?
No. There can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR. It can cause a serious condition called as serotonin syndrome. It is a potentially life-threatening can present as agitation, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia and coma.
Q. Can I take Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR with citalopram?
No. Citalopram and Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or use any alternate drug. It can cause a serious condition called as serotonin syndrome. It is a potentially life-threatening can present as agitation, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia and coma.
Q. What is the relation between Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR and p-glycoprotein?
P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR from the brain. Some studies have shown that Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.
Q. Where is Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR absorbed?
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is absorbed from the intestine after being metabolised by the liver.
Q. When should I take Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR?
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is a medication to treat generalised depressive disorder or depression. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.
Q. Can Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR cause high blood pressure?
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some people. It is recommended that people who are being treated with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR should have regular monitoring of blood pressure. For such people, either dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.
Q. Can Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR cause constipation?
Yes. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is known to cause constipation in some patients. Take a fiber-rich diet and drink plenty of water. You may consider taking laxatives as well. Your doctor will suggest ways to prevent or manage it. Please consult your doctor if it does not resolve or gets worse.
Q. Can Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR cause weight loss?
Yes. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is known to cause weight loss in some patients. In research studies, a dose-dependent weight loss was noted in patients treated with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR for several weeks. Please consult your doctor if it bothers you.
Q. Can Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR cause addiction?
No. Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR does not have habit-forming potential.
Q. Can I take Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR tablet instead of a capsule?
You can take a tablet instead of the capsule but only under consultation or prescription of a doctor. You should not change it yourself as the different formulation of a medication may have a different action as drug release would be different in both. This can lead to an inappropriate treatment and may lead to side effects or even failure of treatment.
Q. Can gabapentin be given along with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR?
Yes. Gabapentin can be given with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR but only with a consultation of a doctor. They both, when given together, causes an increase drowsiness, sleepiness and decreased concentration in work. Take with caution.
Q. What is the difference between Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR and desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR. It is the same medication in an active form.
Q. Can fibromyalgia be treated with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR?
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q. Can nerve pain be treated with Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR?
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is not approved for treatment of nerve pain disorders but some researchers have proved its efficacy in nerve pain. It is currently used off-label for nerve pain.
Q. Why does Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR cause loss of appetite?
Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR is known to cause changes in the neurotransmitters levels and chemicals in the brain which leads to decrease in appetite and this loss of appetite is dose dependent.
Q. What are good alternatives to Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR, particularly when a side effect is reduced sex drive?
If you find any side effects like decreased sex drive or impotence talk to your doctor and then you can have some other drug. Do not stop Venaxin 150mg Tablet SR by yourself it can lead to increased adverse effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 06 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)