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EFFEXOR-XR

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Effexor-XR

Pronounced: ef-ECKS-or

Other brand name: Effexor

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Effexor is prescribed for the treatment of depression--that is a continuing depression that interferes with daily functioning. The symptoms usually include changes in appetite sleep habits and mind/body coordination decreased sex drive increased fatigue feelings of guilt or worthlessness difficulty concentrating slowed thinking and suicidal thoughts.

Effexor XR is also prescribed to relieve abnormal anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder). This problem is marked by persistent anxiety for a period of at least 6 months accompanied by at least 3 of these 6 symptoms: restlessness fatigue poor concentration irritability muscle tension and sleep disturbances.

Effexor must be taken 2 or 3 times daily. The extended-release form Effexor XR permits once-a-day dosing.

EFFEXOR

The usual starting dose is 75 milligrams a day divided into 2 or 3 smaller doses and taken with food. If needed your doctor may gradually increase your daily dose in steps of no more than 75 milligrams at a time up to a maximum of 375 milligrams per day.

If you have kidney or liver disease or are taking other medications your dosage should be adjusted accordingly.

EFFEXOR XR

For both depression and anxiety the usual starting dose is 75 milligrams once daily although some people begin with a dose of 37.5 milligrams for the first 4 to 7 days. Your doctor may gradually increase the dose in steps of no more than 75 milligrams up to a maximum of 225 milligrams daily. As with regular Effexor your dosage should be adjusted if you have kidney or liver disease.

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