Description and Brand Names
Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex
US Brand Name
- Effexor
- Effexor-XR
Descriptions
Venlafaxine is used to treat depression. It is also used to treat general anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. Venlafaxine belongs to a group of medicines known as serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI). These medicines are thought to work by increasing the activity of a chemical called serotonin in the brain.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Tablet
- Tablet, Extended Release
- Capsule, Extended Release
Portions of this document last updated: Aug. 01, 2019
Copyright © 2019 IBM Watson Health. All rights reserved. Information is for End User's use only and may not be sold, redistributed or otherwise used for commercial purposes.