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Drug Uses -
Effexor XR is taken to correct the imbalance of serotonin and norepinephrine-two neurotransmitters in order to relieve symptoms of depression.
How Taken -
Effexor XR is a capsule to be taken orally once a day with food. It is obligatory to swallow it whole without chewing, dividing or crushing. It is allowed to take carefully sprinkled entire content of the capsule with a spoonful of applesauce. Then you should drink a glass of water immediately.
Warnings/Precautions -
Do not take Effexor XR, if you take MAOIs. Consult with your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal supplements. Be careful to yourself if you are taking antidepressants, as your condition may worse or you may become suicidal, agitated, irritable, hostile, impulsive, or restless because of the change in dosage or if you are treated for the first time. Tell your doctor about any of such symptoms. Check your blood pressure regularly as you may experience high blood pressure. Do not stop taking Effexor XR or decrease your dose without medical consultation. Talk to your doctor before taking Effexor XR if you are pregnant or nursing woman. Be careful when driving or operating machinery if you do not know the reaction of your organism to Effexor XR. Do not take alcohol while taking Effexor XR.
Missed Dose -
You should take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Nevertheless, if it is near to the time for your next dose, do not take an extra tablet to catch up for the dose you forgot. Wait and take your next tablet at the regular time. Do not take a double dose.
Possible Side Effects -
Stop taking Effexor XR and seek immediate medical attention if you have an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); seizures; or an irregular heartbeat or severely high blood pressure (blurred vision, headache). Continue taking Effexor XR and consult with your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, abdominal pain, or loss of appetite or weight; dry mouth; drowsiness or dizziness; mild tremor, anxiety, or agitation; insomnia; abnormal dreams; sexual problems such as impotence, abnormal ejaculation, difficulty reaching orgasm, or decreased libido; sweating; yawning; or increase in blood cholesterol levels (detected by blood tests). Other side effects may also occur.
Storage -
Store at room temperature (20 to 250C or 68 to 770F). Effexor XR should be kept out of the reach of children.
Overdose -
The typical Effexor XR overdosage symptoms are dizziness, drowsiness, numbness, nausea, irregular heartbeats, seizures, and unconsciousness. If you suspect an overdosage, seek immediate medical attention.
More Information -
Effexor XR may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so be careful when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. You should avoid such activities if you experience dizziness or drowsiness. Do not take alcohol. Do not stop taking Effexor XR without medical consultation as it may be the reason of side effects.
Disclaimer -
This is not complete information about this drug. It does not cover all aspects of Effexor XR usage. This data should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be used for any particular patient. We point out reliability of this information and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse after-effects to persons, however such damages or sequels arise. No warranty is made in regards to this information.
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