Effexor Xr (Venlafaxine)

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Brand Name: Effexor Xr

Generic Name: Venlafaxine

Manufacturer/Agent: Wyeth Sa

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Formulation: caps

Strength: 150mg

Pack size: 30

Trade Price: KES 2,557.00

Retail Price: @ KES 113.64

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Class: Antidepressants: Other (CNS agents)

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Molecular Formulae: C19H29NO2.HCL = 313.5

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. concurrent use of mao inhibitors. alcohol. hypertension. heart diseases.

Indications/Uses: Inhibitor of noradrenaline and serotonin reuptake, used in depression; 75mg in 2 or 3 doses daily with meals, then adjusted as needed.

Interactions: Increased effect: mao inhibitors, ssris, amphetamines.

Side Effects: Nausea. insomnia. headache. drowsiness. dyspnoea. dizziness. weakness. rash. diaphoresis.

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