Venlafaxine

What is Venlafaxine?

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). It affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression. It is used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety, and panic disorder.

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How do members experience Venlafaxine?

Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness

Purpose Patients Evaluations Perceived Effectiveness
Major depressive disorder 12,974 1,111
Depressed mood 5,409 820
Post-traumatic stress disorder 4,116 252
Generalized anxiety disorder 2,615 582
Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) 833 166

Common side effects

Side effect Patients Percentage
Weight gain 131
Dry mouth 88
Decreased sex drive (libido) 81
Nausea 77
Brain shocks 62
Drowsiness 49

Side effect severity

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 339
Moderate 484
Mild 583
None 828

Member evaluations

jmscout

evaluated on Aug 22, 2008

  • Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Major
  • Side effects: None
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