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Venlafaxine is a non-tricyclic which is a kind of serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibiting drug (atypical anti-psychotic drug, drug for psychosis).

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Brands

Effexor • Efegen • Efexor • Odiven • Illovex • Venlor

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Tremor
Sleepiness
Chills
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Feeling anxious
Nausea
Nervousness
Headache
Paresthesia
Loss of strength
Loss of appetite
Blurred vision
Enlarged (dilated) pupils
Heart palpitations
Numbness or tingling
Unintentional weight loss
Reduced appetite
Cloudy or blurred vision
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Suicidal thoughts
Rash

Treats

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Anxiety disorder
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Social anxiety disorder
3.3
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Panic disorder
3.2
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Anxiety
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