Venlor-XR 37.5 Capsule (Venlafaxine 37.5mg)

Venlor-XR 37.5mg Capsule is an antidepressant medicine. It is used in the treatment of depression, generalised anxiety disorder (persistent and excessive worrying and anxiety about everyday life events), social anxiety disorder (extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life), and panic disorder (sudden feelings of terror and anxiousness when there is no real danger or apparent cause). This medicine works by balancing the level of certain chemicals in your brain.

Venlor-XR 37.5mg Capsule has some side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhoea, and dry mouth. These side effects may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule can be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering and better results. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as dizziness, sleep disturbances, nausea, vomiting, tremor, agitation, anxiety, etc. Your doctor will gradually taper the dose over several weeks or months to avoid such symptoms.

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may not be suitable for everyone. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, heart, liver, or kidney problems, or any other health conditions. Also, inform your doctor about all your ongoing medications to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

List of substitutes for Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule

Suicidal thinking and behaviour

Irregular heartbeat

Shaking of the hands or feet

Dizziness

Chills

Blurred vision

Nausea and Vomiting

Dry mouth

Muscle pain

Decreased sexual urge

Difficulty in passing urine

Weight change

Ringing or buzzing in the ears

Constipation

Diarrhoea

 Stomach pain

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What is it prescribed for?

Depression

Depression is a mental health condition that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest, which may impair the quality of life. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of depression.

Panic disorder

panic disorder is a sudden feeling of terror and anxiousness when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is used for the treatment of panic disorders.

Generalized anxiety disorder

Generalised anxiety disorder is a feeling of anxiety or nervousness due to excessive worrying about everyday life events. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is used for the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder is a mental condition characterised by an extreme fear of being watched or judged by others in social situations. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is used for the treatment of social anxiety disorder.

Allergy

Avoid taking Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

MAOIs (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors) are medications used to treat depression and other mental health conditions. Avoid taking Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule along with MAOIs or within two weeks after discontinuing MAOIs, as it can lead to life-threatening complications.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy as this medicine may affect your developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

Suicidal thoughts

Use of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is reported to provoke suicidal thoughts and increased suicidal tendencies. Report any such incidence to your doctor immediately so that counselling can be done.

Serotonin syndrome

Use of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule with other medicines to treat depression may lead to a potentially life-threatening condition called serotonin syndrome. The symptoms include nausea, agitation, seizures, hallucinations, confusion, high blood pressure, loss of muscle coordination, etc. Hence inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to make sure this medicine is safe for you.

Bleeding disorders

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may cause unusual bleeding and bruising. Hence, use this medicine with caution if you have a bleeding disorder as it may worsen your condition.

Manic episodes

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule should be used with caution as it may cause mania (agitation and aggressive behaviour) in some cases.

Heart disorder

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may cause an increase in blood pressure or heart rate. Hence this medicine should be used with caution if you have heart problems.

Sexual dysfunction

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may cause sexual dysfunction such as decreased sexual desire, delayed ejaculation, erectile dysfunction (inability to get and maintain an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse), etc. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Withdrawal symptoms

Avoid sudden discontinuation of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as agitation, irritability, nausea, dizziness, nightmares, etc. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually over a period to avoid such undesired effects.

Use in children

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Use in the elderly

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule should be used with caution in the elderly as the risk of side effects are significantly high.

Driving or operating machines

Use of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may cause blurred vision, drowsiness, or dizziness. Hence, avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.

Low sodium levels

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may cause a decrease in sodium levels in the body. Hence this medicine should be used with caution if you have hyponatraemia (a low level of sodium in the blood) as it may further worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of this medicine for further guidance.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule due to the increased risk of side effects.

Interaction with Medicine

Linezolid

Lithium

Sertraline

Warfarin

Aspirin

Sumatriptan

Disease interactions

Kidney disorder

Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in the body and increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye disorder that may lead to blindness due to increased fluid pressure inside the eyeballs. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule should be used with caution if you have glaucoma, as it may further worsen your condition.

Hypertension

Hypertension refers to high blood pressure. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule may cause an increase in blood pressure levels and hence should be used with caution if you have pre-existing hypertension. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while you are taking this medicine.

Seizures

A seizure disorder is a condition that occurs due to a disturbance of the nerve cell activity in the brain resulting in abnormal behaviour and loss of consciousness. Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule should be used with caution if you have seizures as this medicine may further trigger seizure attacks.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Test for Phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamine

Report the use of Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule to your doctor if you are undergoing a screening test for Phencyclidine (PCP) or Amphetamine. The use of this medicine may interfere with the test results.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Take Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the capsule in your mouth. Swallow as a whole with plenty of water.

Do not take more or less than the recommended dose. Your doctor may change the dose over time based on your clinical condition and therapeutic response.

Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Venlor 37.5 MG Capsule, as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentration, etc.

Consult your doctor immediately if you experience changes in mood and behaviour or develop thoughts of self-harm.

Keep this medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused or expired medicine is disposed of properly.