Venlafaxine is the active ingredient of the drug commercially sold as Efexor, an antidepressant that is also indicated for the treatment of various types of pathological anxiety.
Indications
Depression in adults, pathological anxiety, low levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.
Contraindications
Pregnancy, breast-feeding, high blood pressure, heart problems, seizures, hyponatremia, easy bleeding, high cholesterol, bipolar disorder, aggressive behavior.
Adverse effects
Dry mouth, chest tightness, wheezing, difficulty swallowing or breathing, swelling in the face, throat, hands or feet, nervous, itching, heart problems, high blood pressure, blurred vision, dilated pupils, dizziness, fainting, convulsions, hyperactivity, euphoria.
How to use
According to medical recommendations. Usually the initial dose is 75mg once a day with the meal, reaching a maximum dose of 375mg / day.
