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Venlor 25mg Capsule

Cipla Ltd
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Composition FOR Venlor 25mg Capsule

Venlafaxine(25mg)

food interaction for Venlor Capsule

alcohol interaction for Venlor Capsule

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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Venlor 25mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Venlor 25mg Capsule.
UNSAFE
Venlor 25mg Capsule 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
Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule

Venlafaxine(25mg)

Venlor capsule uses

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

How venlor capsule works

Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 venlor capsule

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Venlor Capsule

No substitutes found

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Expert advice FOR Venlor Capsule

  • 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule

Venlafaxine

Q. Can Venlor 25mg Capsule cause sedation?
Yes. Venlor 25mg Capsule can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep inducing medicines before starting Venlor 25mg Capsule.
Q. Is Venlor 25mg Capsule a psychotropic drug?
Yes. Venlor 25mg Capsule is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.
Q. Is Venlor 25mg Capsule a narcotic?
No. Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule ER and XR?
Both are same medication. Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule?
No. There can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Venlor 25mg Capsule. 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule with citalopram?
No. Citalopram and Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule and p-glycoprotein?
P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Venlor 25mg Capsule from the brain. Some studies have shown that Venlor 25mg Capsule and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.
Q. Where is Venlor 25mg Capsule absorbed?
Venlor 25mg Capsule is absorbed from the intestine after being metabolised by the liver.
Q. When should I take Venlor 25mg Capsule?
Venlor 25mg Capsule is a medication to treat generalised depressive disorder or depression. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.
Q. Can Venlor 25mg Capsule cause high blood pressure?
Venlor 25mg Capsule treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some people. It is recommended that people who are being treated with Venlor 25mg Capsule should have regular monitoring of blood pressure. For such people, either dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.
Q. Can Venlor 25mg Capsule cause constipation?
Yes. Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule cause weight loss?
Yes. Venlor 25mg Capsule is known to cause weight loss in some patients. In research studies, a dose-dependent weight loss was noted in patients treated with Venlor 25mg Capsule for several weeks. Please consult your doctor if it bothers you.
Q. Can Venlor 25mg Capsule cause addiction?
No. Venlor 25mg Capsule does not have habit-forming potential.
Q. Can I take Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule?
Yes. Gabapentin can be given with Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule and desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Venlor 25mg Capsule. It is the same medication in an active form.
Q. Can fibromyalgia be treated with Venlor 25mg Capsule?
Venlor 25mg Capsule is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Venlor 25mg Capsule in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q. Can nerve pain be treated with Venlor 25mg Capsule?
Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule cause loss of appetite?
Venlor 25mg Capsule 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule, 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 Venlor 25mg Capsule by yourself it can lead to increased adverse effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)