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Venlax Tablet

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Composition FOR Venlax 37.5mg Tablet

Venlafaxine(37.5mg)

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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Venlax Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Venlax Tablet.
UNSAFE
Venlax Tablet 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
Venlax Tablet 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.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Venlax 37.5mg Tablet

Venlafaxine(37.5mg)

Venlax tablet uses

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

How venlax tablet works

Venlax Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline). These are natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance and manage depression and anxiety.

Common side effects of venlax tablet

Nausea, Constipation, Increased sweating, Sexual dysfunction, Dizziness, Decreased appetite, Erectile dysfunction

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Expert advice FOR Venlax Tablet

  • 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.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience sudden mood changes or have suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Frequently asked questions FOR Venlax 37.5mg Tablet

Venlafaxine

Q. Can Venlax Tablet cause sedation?
Yes. Venlax Tablet can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep-inducing medicines before starting Venlax Tablet.
Q. Is Venlax Tablet a psychotropic drug?
Yes. Venlax Tablet is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.
Q. Is Venlax Tablet a narcotic?
No. Venlax Tablet is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep-inducing properties, usually derivatives of opium, like heroin and morphine.
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Q. Can I take mirtazapine along with Venlax Tablet?
No. There can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Venlax Tablet. 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 Venlax Tablet with citalopram?
No. Citalopram and Venlax Tablet 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 Venlax Tablet and p-glycoprotein?
P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Venlax Tablet from the brain. Some studies have shown that Venlax Tablet and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.
Q. Can Venlax Tablet cause high blood pressure?
Venlax Tablet treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some people. It is recommended that people who are being treated with Venlax Tablet should have regular monitoring of blood pressure. For such people, either dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.
Q. Can Venlax Tablet cause constipation?
Yes. Venlax Tablet 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 Venlax Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes. Venlax Tablet is known to cause weight loss in some patients. In research studies, a dose-dependent weight loss was noted in patients treated with Venlax Tablet for several weeks. Please consult your doctor if it bothers you.
Q. Can Venlax Tablet cause addiction?
No. Venlax Tablet does not have habit-forming potential.
Q. Can I take Venlax Tablet 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 Venlax Tablet?
Yes, gabapentin can be given with Venlax Tablet, but only with a consultation with a doctor. They both, when given together, cause an increase in drowsiness, sleepiness, and decreased concentration at work. Take it with caution.
Q. Can fibromyalgia be treated with Venlax Tablet?
Venlax Tablet is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Venlax Tablet in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q. Can nerve pain be treated with Venlax Tablet?
Venlax Tablet 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 Venlax Tablet cause loss of appetite?
Venlax Tablet 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 Venlax Tablet, 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 another drug. Do not stop Venlax Tablet by yourself, it can lead to increased adverse effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 22 September, 2025, by Dr. Lalit Kanodia (MBA, MD Pharmacology)