Venlafaxine 125mg

Venlafaxine as an Antidepressant

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant that can help normalise chemicals in the brain to treat depression or anxiety. Both depression and anxiety are due to the brain not producing the right amounts of various chemicals. That imbalance though can make it hard for a person to function normally day after day. Their career and personal relationships can be affected. Getting those chemicals balanced often requires the use of daily medication. One that has a very good success rate is Venlafaxine. Venlor XR contains venlafaxine in an extended release capsule.

This medicine is going to help with getting the amount of chemicals in the brain regulated. The dose for the patient will depend on many factors. The severity of the depression or anxiety will have to be fully assessed. The chemical make up of each person varies, so that also is part of the equation. A patient will need to work very closely with their doctor to tweak that dose until it is at the best possible level.

Venlafaxine Usage

Anyone taking Venlafaxine needs to be patient as it can take up to two full months of using this medicine daily before the benefits are apparent on a daily basis. Patients are encouraged to make sure they take this medicine every day. Missing doses here and there will reduce the overall benefits that are offered with the use of this medication. For the best results it should be taken at the same time daily. Taking it with food reduces the risk of nausea.

Never stop using this medicine when you start to feel better. It has to be used ongoing in order for the levels of chemicals in the brain to stay regulated. If you stop taking this medicine suddenly without the consent of your doctor you may experience confusion, severe depression, and other side effects. When it is time for you to stop this medicine your doctor will taper the dosing.

Possible Side Effects of Venlafaxine

Headaches and nightmares may be experienced when you begin taking Venlafaxine. New users of this medicine need to watch for signs of an allergic reaction. Such signs including difficult breathing, hives, itching, and a rash.