Doctors prescribe EFFEXOR XR to help treat depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and social anxiety disorder (SAD).
VENLAFAXINE - ORAL (ven-luh-FAX-een)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Effexor
USES: Doctors prescribe EFFEXOR XR to help treat depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and social anxiety disorder (SAD).
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed. During the first few days your doctor may gradually increase your dose to allow your body to adjust to the medication. Take this medication with food. Do not take this more often
or increase your dose without consulting your doctor. Your condition will not improve any faster but the risk of serious side effects will be increased. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without your doctor's approval. Your dose may need to
be gradually reduced to prevent adverse effects. |
