Effexor - Drug Information and Side Effects on Drug3k.com


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Overview

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How To Use

Side Effects

Precautions

Missed Dose

Drug Interactions

Effexor

Uses
This medication is used in the treatment of depression. The extended release form of this medication is also used to treat anxiety.
Notes

Laboratory tests may be done periodically while taking this medication to monitor the effects.
See your doctor regularly.

Storage

Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Do not store in the bathroom.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

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How To Use

Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed.
During the first few days your doctor may gradually increase your dose to allow your body to adjust to the medication.
Take this medication with food.
Do not take this more often or increase your dose without consulting your doctor.
Your condition will not improve any faster but the risk of serious side effects will be increased.
Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without your doctor's approval.
Your dose may need to be gradually reduced to prevent adverse effects.

Side Effects

This medication may initially cause dizziness and nausea as your body adjusts to the medication.
Other side effects reported include sweating, loss of appetite, dizziness, dry mouth, anxiety, tremor, blurred vision, constipation, sleepiness, change in sexual ability.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop a rapid, pounding or irregular heartbeat, chest pain, severe headache, breathing trouble, painful or difficult urination or skin rash while taking this medication.
This medication may cause drowsiness, dizziness or clouded thinking.
Use caution operating machinery or engaging in activities requiring alertness.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure or if you have any allergies.
Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication.
Use with caution.
This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

Try to take each dose at the scheduled time.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially MAO inhibitors (e.g., tranylcypromine, phenelzine, isocarboxazid, selegiline, furazolidone) other antidepressants, cimetidine, lithium, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine, morphine), or seizure medication.
Also, report use of sumatriptan and medication for weight control.
It is recommended to avoid alcohol while using this medication.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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