Venlift Od 150mg Capsules
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Venlift 150 MG Description
Venlift Od Cap contains venlafaxine hydrochloride as its main ingredient. It belongs to a group of medicines known as antidepressants. Venlift Od Cap is used to treat psychiatric disorders associated
with social/general anxiety, depression, and panic disorders. It might sometimes also be used along with other medications to treat symptoms of menopause. Anxiety-related disorders exhibit symptoms like feelings of worry, fear, and indecisiveness. One may feel very anxious or face difficulty while performing in front of a crowd. Venlafaxine hydrochloride acts by regulating levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain and generates feelings of calmness, relaxation and happiness, thus elevating the mood, behaviour and social outcome of the patient in everyday life. Venlift Od Cap comes as orally dissolving capsules to be taken with or without food. You can follow it up with a glass of water. It can cause side effects like stomach pain, gas, nausea, uncontrolled muscle movements, dry mouth, increased blood pressure and sleep problems. Venlift Od Cap can be prescribed to patients of all ages. Venlift Od Cap can increase the risk of depressive thoughts, so patients must be monitored regularly. It is not advised to stop taking Venlift Od Cap abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like diarrhoea, constipation, nausea or sleep problems.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹156.33 |
| You Save | ₹21.32 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Venlafaxine(150.0 Mg) |
| Uses | General anxiety issues, social anxiety disorder, panic attacks |
| Side effects | Drowsiness, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, heartburn, stomach pain due to gas, vivid dreams or sleep problems, weight loss, dry mouth |
| Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
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Uses of Venlift 150 MG
- General anxiety disorder
- Clinical depression
- Social anxiety issues
- Panic disorders
- Menopausal issues
Contraindications of Venlift 150 MG
- Venlift Od Cap is not prescribed in patients/given with caution in patients with:
- Cardiac ailments
- Patients with a history of stroke/heart failure
- Overactive thyroid
- High blood pressure
- Bipolar disorder
- Low sodium/potassium levels in the blood
- History/ present seizures
- Kidney diseases
- Liver problems
- Glaucoma (increase in pressure within the eye due to defects in the eye structure)
- Patient with a known history of severe depression.
- It is advised to stop this medication if the patient (specifically below the age of 24) is exhibiting symptoms of excess depressive thoughts, self-harm/self-injury.
Side effects of Venlift 150 MG
- Drowsiness, tiredness
- Nausea, vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Heartburn
- Weight loss
- Dry mouth
- Uncontrolled muscle tremors
- Excessive sweating
Precautions and Warnings of Venlift 150 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Venlift Od Cap during pregnancy?
A:
No. Clinical trials on animals have established that Venlift Od Cap can be harmful to the developing foetus. So it is advised not to take this medication during pregnancy. Consult your physician if you get pregnant or are planning a pregnancy while taking this medication.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Venlift Od Cap while breastfeeding?
A:
No, Venlift Od Cap is known to pass via breast milk from mother to baby and cause symptoms like diarrhoea, weight loss and sleep problems in infants. Therefore, it may be prescribed only when essential, and other optional medicines have failed to work. Consult your physician if you plan to breastfeed while taking Venlift Od Cap.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Venlift Od Cap?
A:
No, You may feel side effects like dizziness, nausea, tiredness, fatigue and stomach pain after taking Venlift Od Cap. Therefore driving, doing heavy exercises or operating any heavy machinery is to be avoided.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Venlift Od Cap?
A:
No, alcohol is prohibited while on therapy with Venlift Od Cap. This is because it may increase the severity of side effects like vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea and uncontrolled muscle tremors.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You experience any allergy after taking Venlift Od Cap, like rashes, hives or swelling on the face.
- You want to increase/decrease the dose of the medication.
- You want to stop taking Venlift Od Cap.
- You have missed multiple doses of Venlift Od Cap.
- You experience any medical issues after taking Venlift Od Cap.
- If the side effects are too severe, or they disrupt your everyday life and do not get better.
Mode of Action of Venlift 150 MG
How Does It Work?
Venlift Od Cap contains venlafaxine hydrochloride as its main ingredient. It is primarily used to treat disorders related to anxiety and depression.
Venlafaxine hydrochloride acts by binding to specific receptors in the brain. It does not allow the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine in the blood. Instead, it helps to raise the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine (chemical messengers in the brain responsible for reward or happy feelings).
It helps to elevate the mood, behaviour and happiness of the patient.
Venlift Od Cap reduces the symptoms of anxiety and depression, thereby enhancing the social responses of the patient in everyday life.
It must be understood that this medication does not cure depression/anxiety but helps relieve its symptoms....
Directions for Use of Venlift 150 MG
- Venlift Od Cap comes as a box containing a strip of 10 capsules to be taken orally with/without food as many times as prescribed by your physician. It is an orally dissolving tablet. You can follow it up with a glass of water if required....
- The capsule is consumed whole without chewing or crushing in powder form. It can be given along with some applesauce for children who cannot swallow Capsules.
- Venlift Od Cap should be taken approximately at the same time each day.
- The expiry date should be checked before taking Venlift Od Cap.
- Do not offer Venlift Od Cap to someone you know who has anxiety issues.
- Do not change the dose of the medication without consulting your physician.
- Do not stop taking Venlift Od Cap abruptly without consulting your doctor. It can cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, vomiting and sleep problems.
- Weight loss in children taking Venlift Od Cap should be monitored weekly.
- Blood pressure should be monitored daily in known cases of high blood pressure.
- Any worsening of symptoms while taking Venlift Od Cap should be reported to your doctor.
Interactions of Venlift 150 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Venlift Od Cap should not be given along with / given with caution with:
- Anticoagulants like warfarin – can increase risk of bleeding.
- NSAIDs (diclofenac, aspirin, ibuprofen) – can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Advil, Celebrex (painkillers) - can increase the risk of bleeding
- Amphetamine - can increase the risk of causing Serotonin syndrome (involuntary shivering, muscle rigidity, rapid heartbeat, and fever). This happens due to excess deposition of serotonin in the body. It can be fatal if not medically managed on time....
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors like isocarboxazid, phenelzine, and selegiline can lead to an increased risk of serotonin syndrome. A 14-day gap is advised between stopping one medicine and starting the other....
Interactions with food items
- Venlift Od Cap does not interact adversely with any food. Follow a regular diet unless advised otherwise by your physician. Most psychiatric medications work better with healthy lifestyle changes like balanced eating and exercise....
Storage and disposal of Venlift 150 MG
Venlift Od Cap comes as a box containing a strip of 10 tablets. It should be stored at temperatures 15-30C and away from harsh/direct sunlight.
Venlift Od Cap should be kept away from children and pets. It should be monitored to avoid potential misuse.
The disposal of any unused Venlift Od Cap should always be along with other medical waste. Any leftover Venlift Od Cap should not be drained away in sinks or washrooms. Do not throw away Venlift Od Cap with other household waste....
Dosage of Venlift 150 MG
Overdose
Overdose of Venlift Od Cap can be accidental due to taking extra medication to make up for missed doses. It can also be intentional by taking doses when the prescribed dose is not working for you.
Overdose of Venlift Od Cap can cause dizziness, pain in the chest area and breathing problems. It may lead to loss of consciousness if not medically managed.
Venlift Od Capoverdose can cause Serotonin syndrome (involuntary shivering, muscle rigidity, rapid heartbeats, and fever). It happens due to the excess deposition of serotonin in the body. It may be fatal if not medically managed on time.
Known cases of overdose with Venlift Od Cap should be immediately reported to the emergency department of your nearest healthcare provider....
Missed a Dose
Venlift Od Cap has to be taken as many times as prescribed to you and every day at around the same time.
If you miss taking a dose of Venlift Od Cap, you should take the missed dose as soon as you realise that a dose has been missed.
If the next dose is only a few hours away, it is advised to skip the missed dose. Instead, directly take the next scheduled dose.
Do not double your dose of Venlift Od Cap without consulting with your physician.
Inform your physician about any missed dose/doses....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Divya Rohra
MBBS
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When will I start feeling better after taking Venlift Od Cap?
A: Most medicines used for psychiatric disorders take a few days or weeks to work to their full benefit. You might need to wait for 2 to 6 weeks for Venlift Od Capsule to make you feel better. Consult your physician if you don't feel better even after six weeks of taking the medication.
Q: Can Venlift Od Cap increase blood pressure?
A: Yes, Venlift Od Cap contains venlafaxine, which is known to increase blood pressure, especially on prolonged use. Do inform your doctor if you are already on treatment for high blood pressure. In case of already taking Venlift Od Cap, your blood pressure should be monitored regularly.
Q: Can Venlift Od Cap make me feel sleepy?
A: Yes, one of the side effects of Venlift Od 150 mg Cap is feeling dizzy and sleepy. It may make you feel sleepy. So any important work or use of heavy machines or driving is to be avoided after taking this medicine.
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