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Venlafaxine

Venlafaxine

It in humans is believed to be associated with its potentiation of neurotransmitter activity in the CNS.

Indications

Treatment of depression and extended release venlafaxine is indicated for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder.


Dosage

Depresion 75mg/day administered in two or three divided doses or as a single dose. Generalized anxiety disorder, 75mg/day, administered in a single dose.


Contra-Indications

Hypersensitivity, concomitant use in patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).


Special Precautions

Seizures, mania and with disease or conditions that could affect haemodynamic responses or metabolism.


Side Effects

Nausea, headache, asthenia, sweating, dizziness and isomnia.


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