Venlafaxine Prolonged-Release Tablets

Description

Venlafaxine Prolonged-Release Tablets 37.5 mg- These tablets are used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (excessive and unrealistic worry about everything), social anxiety disorder (a sense of fear a person feels being in social situations or being around people), major depressive disorder (MDD), or clinical depression (a condition following depressed mood, severe existential crisis and lack of motivation), and panic disorder (unexpected attacks of fear and panic without any clear danger or trigger).

Chemical Class: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)

Mode of Action: Venlafaxine works by increasing serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine levels in the brain by blocking transport proteins and preventing their reuptake at the presynaptic terminal. 

Habit-Forming: Yes, habit-forming tendencies have been reported.

Uses

• These tablets are used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (excessive and unrealistic worry about everything), social anxiety disorder (a sense of fear a person feels being in social situations or being around people), major depressive disorder (MDD), or clinical depression (a condition following depressed mood, severe existential crisis and lack of motivation), and panic disorder (unexpected attacks of fear and panic without any clear danger or trigger).

Side Effects

Major and minor side effects of Venlafaxine Prolonged-Release Tablets 37.5 mg include-

• Shaking of the hands or feet
• Irregular heartbeat
• Dizziness
• Chills
• Nausea or vomiting
• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Weight change
• Difficulty passing urine
• Constipation
• Stomach discomfort
• Diarrhea
• Muscle pain
• Sweating 
• Insomnia (inability to sleep)

Precautions

1. Pregnant women should use these tablets with caution as limited data is available about the risk factors of this medicine during pregnancy. It is best to consult with your doctor once.
2. Breastfeeding mothers should discuss their concerns with their doctor before starting the medication.
3. You may receive a dose adjustment in cases of liver or kidney impairments, consult with your doctor thoroughly.
4. If you are allergic to any of the components present in these tablets, avoid using the medicine and ask your psychiatrist for an alternative.

WARNINGS

1. Inform your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts, such as killing or harming yourself.
2. Driving or operating any machine is not recommended as these tablets can cause severe dizziness or drowsiness. Take plenty of rest.
3. Taking the tablets along with alcohol consumption may increase the intensity of side effects and affect your ability to think. Hence, alcohol consumption is restricted.
4. This medicine can only be given to children above 18 years of age if prescribed by a professional.

Directions for Use

• These tablets should be orally taken with a glass of water. Do not try to crush chew or break it. Swallow as a whole.
• Do not overuse the tablets and take them as prescribed by your doctor.
• Check for warnings, storage conditions, and dosage instructions on the packaging before starting the medicine.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q) What are the uses of Venlafaxine prolonged-release 37.5 mg tablets?

Ans) These tablets are used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (excessive and unrealistic worry about everything), social anxiety disorder (a sense of fear a person feels being in social situations or being around people), major depressive disorder (MDD), or clinical depression (a condition following depressed mood, severe existential crisis and lack of motivation), and panic disorder (unexpected attacks of fear and panic without any clear danger or trigger).

Q) What are the side effects of Venlafaxine’s prolonged release of 37.5mg tablets?

Ans) Common side effects include- muscle pain, diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, nausea, etc.

Q) I am still facing unbearable anxiety and I have been taking these tablets for about two weeks now, what should I do?

Ans) Inform your doctor if you are not seeing any change in your condition, your doctor may increase your dose or propose an alternative.

Q) Where can I buy these tablets?

Ans) You can purchase this medicine at local pharmacies or chemists with a prescription.