Effexor XR Uses? Effexor XR is an antidepressant medication. It affects chemicals
in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression.
Effexor XR is most commonly used to relieve symptoms of depression
such as feelings of sadness, worthlessness, or guilt; loss of
interest in daily activities; changes in appetite; tiredness;
sleeping too much; insomnia; and thoughts of death or suicide.
Effexor XR is also used to relieve symptoms of generalized anxiety
disorder. Effexor XR may also be used for purposes other than those
listed here. How Is It Used? Take Effexor XR exactly as directed by your doctor. Take each
dose with a full glass of water. Take Effexor XR with food or milk
to lessen stomach upset. Each Effexor XR capsule should be swallowed
whole with fluid and not divided, crushed, chewed, or dissolved. Do
not stop taking Effexor XR without the approval of your doctor. Are There Possible Side Effects? Stop taking Effexor XR and call your doctor immediately or seek
emergency medical treatment if you experience any of the following:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat;
swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); seizures; or an
irregular heartbeat or severely high blood pressure (blurred vision,
headache). Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to
occur. Continue to take Effexor XR and talk to your doctor if you
experience drowsiness or dizziness; nausea, vomiting, upset stomach,
abdominal pain, or loss of appetite or weight; mild tremor, anxiety,
or agitation; headache or insomnia. Side effects other than those
listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. Is It Safe? Do not take Effexor XR if you have taken a monoamine oxidase
inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil),
or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Before taking this
medication, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease,
heart disease or high blood pressure, or seizures or epilepsy. Do
not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding a baby. What About Interactions With Other Drugs? Do not take Effexor XR if you have taken a monoamine oxidase
inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil),
or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Before taking this
medication, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease,
heart disease or high blood pressure, or seizures or epilepsy. Do
not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding a baby. What If I Miss A Dose? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only
the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this
medication. How Should It Be Stored? Store it at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. Anything Else I Should Know? Effexor is an antidepressant medication. It affects chemicals in
the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression or
anxiety. Effexor is used to relieve symptoms of depression,
generalized anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder (social
phobia).
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