Vensor-SR 150 Tablet

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Composition FOR Vensor 150mg Tablet SR

Venlafaxine(150mg)

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Vensor-SR 150 Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vensor-SR 150 Tablet.
UNSAFE
Vensor-SR 150 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
Vensor-SR 150 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Vensor 150mg Tablet SR

Venlafaxine(150mg)

Vensor tablet sr uses

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

How vensor tablet sr works

Vensor-SR 150 Tablet 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 vensor tablet sr

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

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Expert advice FOR Vensor 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 Vensor 150mg Tablet SR

Venlafaxine

Q. Can Vensor-SR 150 Tablet cause sedation?
Yes. Vensor-SR 150 Tablet can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep inducing medicines before starting Vensor-SR 150 Tablet.
Q. Is Vensor-SR 150 Tablet a psychotropic drug?
Yes. Vensor-SR 150 Tablet is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.
Q. Is Vensor-SR 150 Tablet a narcotic?
No. Vensor-SR 150 Tablet 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet ER and XR?
Both are same medication. Vensor-SR 150 Tablet 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet?
No. There can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Vensor-SR 150 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet with citalopram?
No. Citalopram and Vensor-SR 150 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet and p-glycoprotein?
P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Vensor-SR 150 Tablet from the brain. Some studies have shown that Vensor-SR 150 Tablet and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.
Q. Where is Vensor-SR 150 Tablet absorbed?
Vensor-SR 150 Tablet is absorbed from the intestine after being metabolised by the liver.
Q. When should I take Vensor-SR 150 Tablet?
Vensor-SR 150 Tablet is a medication to treat generalised depressive disorder or depression. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.
Q. Can Vensor-SR 150 Tablet cause high blood pressure?
Vensor-SR 150 Tablet treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some people. It is recommended that people who are being treated with Vensor-SR 150 Tablet should have regular monitoring of blood pressure. For such people, either dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.
Q. Can Vensor-SR 150 Tablet cause constipation?
Yes. Vensor-SR 150 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes. Vensor-SR 150 Tablet is known to cause weight loss in some patients. In research studies, a dose-dependent weight loss was noted in patients treated with Vensor-SR 150 Tablet for several weeks. Please consult your doctor if it bothers you.
Q. Can Vensor-SR 150 Tablet cause addiction?
No. Vensor-SR 150 Tablet does not have habit-forming potential.
Q. Can I take Vensor-SR 150 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet?
Yes. Gabapentin can be given with Vensor-SR 150 Tablet 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet and desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Vensor-SR 150 Tablet. It is the same medication in an active form.
Q. Can fibromyalgia be treated with Vensor-SR 150 Tablet?
Vensor-SR 150 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Vensor-SR 150 Tablet in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q. Can nerve pain be treated with Vensor-SR 150 Tablet?
Vensor-SR 150 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 Vensor-SR 150 Tablet cause loss of appetite?
Vensor-SR 150 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 Vensor-SR 150 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 some other drug. Do not stop Vensor-SR 150 Tablet by yourself it can lead to increased adverse effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 August, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)