Venlor Xr 75mg Capsule
Venlor Xr 75 MG Description
Venlor XR capsule is a prescription medicine mainly used to treat major depressive disorders. It is composed of a single active ingredient, Venlafaxine. It is an antidepressant medicine. It increases
certain chemical messengers in the brain, which helps manage the symptoms of depression and elevates mood. Do not stop taking Venlor XR capsules without consulting your doctor, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like sweating, tremors, dizziness, irritability, etc. The dose of this medicine should be monitored because it can trigger a tendency to self-harm or suicidal thoughts when used for a long duration. Do not drink or drive after taking this medicine. It should not be given to children without consulting a doctor due to the increased risk of suicidal behaviour. Major depressive disorder is a type of a mood disorder. It is also known as clinical depression. It causes intense sadness, loneliness, and loss of interest in life. Venlor XR capsules help lower these symptoms and improve quality of life. This medicine can have side effects like drowsiness, loss of appetite, sexual dysfunction, sudden mood changes, etc. It is crucial to communicate with the doctor if any of these side effects persist for a long time
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹130.15 |
You Save | ₹17.75 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Venlafaxine(75.0 Mg) |
Uses | Major depressive disorder |
Side effects | Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting, Anorexia, Drowsiness, Blurred vision, Headache, Fatigue, Balance-problems, Slight tremor, Anxiety, Changes in blood pressure, Confusion, Agitation, Sleep disturbances, Mental status changes, Changes in heart rate, Delirium, Seizures, Loss of consciousness |
Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Venlor Xr 75 MG
- As per CDSCO, Venlor XR capsules are used to manage the symptoms of major depressive disorder.
Contraindications of Venlor Xr 75 MG
Side effects of Venlor Xr 75 MG
- Loss of appetite
- Constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Inability to stay still
- Sweating
- Weakness or tiredness
- Sexual dysfunction
- Suicidal thoughts
Precautions and Warnings of Venlor Xr 75 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are over 65 years; the dose of this medicine should be carefully monitored to prevent serious side effects.
- You are on medication for blood pressure; consult your doctor to prevent unwanted effects.
- You suddenly stopped taking Venlor XR capsules; this can cause withdrawal symptoms like tremors, excessive sweating, vomiting, irritation, etc.
- You experience changes in sexual functioning; this medicine may lower your sexual desire and cause sexual dysfunction.
- You had a heart attack recently.
- You have a serious kidney or liver disease.
- You have a surgical or dental procedure planned.
- You are using Ayurvedic or herbal medicines or supplements; talk to your doctor first to avoid any interactions as some of them can cause serious side effects.
Mode of Action of Venlor Xr 75 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Venlor Xr 75 MG
- Take the Venlor XR capsule exactly in the prescribed dose and the duration.
- Do not increase the medicine dose, even if you cannot feel its effects.
- Have the capsule whole with a glass of water; do not break or chew it.
- Venlor XR capsules can be taken with or without food.
- Do not use the medicine if its packaging is open or damaged.
- Do not suddenly stop taking this medication, as this can cause adverse effects.
- Do not take it with other medicines without informing your doctor.
Interactions of Venlor Xr 75 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not take this medicine if you are taking other antidepressants like linezolid, methylene blue, etc. Mixing medicines can cause severe and sometimes fatal reactions.
- If you use blood thinners and antiplatelet medicines, Venlor XR capsules can increase the risk of bleeding or bruising.
- Do not take Venlor XR capsules if you are using opioid pain relievers, cough medicine, sleeping pills or antihistamines (allergy medicine) like cetirizine, as it can cause excessive drowsiness.
- Having Venlor XR capsules along with herbal medicines that increase serotonin levels like St John’s wort plant extracts or antidepressants like fluoxetine can cause serotonin toxicity in the body. This can result in life-threatening adverse effects....
Interactions with food items
- Venlor XR capsules do not have any known interactions with food. It is possible to take this medicine before or after consuming food.
Storage and disposal of Venlor Xr 75 MG
Dosage of Venlor Xr 75 MG
Overdose
- A Venlor XR capsule overdose can cause dizziness, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, drowsiness, slight tremors, anxiety, changes in blood pressure, confusion, agitation, and sleep disturbances. Large overdoses can also produce changes in mental status, changes in heart rate, delirium, seizures, and loss of consciousness. In case of an overdose or if experiencing any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical treatment from the nearest medical centre....
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Content Details
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Venlor XR capsule a habit-forming medicine?
Q: How much dosage of Venlor XR capsule, and how long should I take this medicine to see the effects?
- Dose and duration of Venlor XR capsules for visible results in managing depression is not clinically established. It varies from person to person. Do not change the dose on your own, even if you do not notice any difference. Please consult your doctor....
References
- Venlafaxine: Medlineplus Drug Information [Internet]. MedlinePlus. US National Library of Medicine; [cited 25 Jan 2022]
- Venlafaxine During Early Pregnancy and Birth Defects [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 2020 [cited 25 Jan 2022]
- Singh D. Venlafaxine [Internet]. StatPearls. US National Library of Medicine; 2021 [cited 25 Jan 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 25 Jan 2022]
- Venlafaxine [Internet]. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed). US National Library of Medicine; 2021 [cited Jan 25 2022]
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