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About Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's

Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's belongs to a group of medicines known as 'Antidepressants' It is primarily used to treat Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and Panic Disorder. Major depressive disorder, also known as clinical depression, is a mental health disorder characterized by a persistent and intense feeling of sadness for an extended duration of time. Generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, is a mental illness that makes a person worry more than normal. Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes extreme fear, anxiety, embarrassment, and self-consciousness in social gatherings. Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by frequent episodes of panic or fear.

Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's contains Venlafaxine belongs to a class of antidepressants known as serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors, or SNRIs. These medications are thought to work by increasing the levels of mood-enhancing chemicals called serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain.

Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. You may experience feeling sick (nausea), sweating and hot flushes, headaches, a dry mouth, dizzy, sleepy, unable to sleep (insomnia) and constipation. Most of these side effects of Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant and breastfeeding or if you have a high level of cholesterol, a low amount of sodium level in the blood, an increased risk of bleeding, suicidal thoughts, liver problems, kidney problems, weight loss, and heart diseases. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's as it may worsen your symptoms or side effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and Panic Disorder.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's contains Venlafaxine belongs to a class of antidepressants known as serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors, or SNRIs. These medications are thought to work by increasing the levels of mood-enhancing chemicals called serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's

  • Feeling sick (nausea)
  • Sweating and hot flushes
  • Headaches
  • A dry mouth
  • Feeling dizzy
  • Feeling sleepy
  • Being unable to sleep (insomnia)
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or have taken them in the last 14 days, or if you are taking antipsychotic medicines. Consult your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts, such as killing or harming yourself. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule 10's as it may worsen your symptoms or side-effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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VenlafaxineZiprasidone
Critical
VenlafaxineMetoclopramide
Critical

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VenlafaxineZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Co-administration of Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Coadministration of Metoclopramide with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metoclopramide with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
VenlafaxineSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking Safinamide with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, , but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
VenlafaxineRasagiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking Rasagiline with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule with Rasagiline is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
VenlafaxineCyclobenzaprine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking Cyclobenzaprine with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyclobenzaprine with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule can lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineQuinidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule with quinidine increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule with Quinidine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineParoxetine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking paroxetine together with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in the body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Paroxetine and Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineNortriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Using Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule together with Nortriptyline can increase the risk of a serious condition called serotonin syndrome (A condition resulting from the accumulation of high levels of serotonin in the body. Serotonin is a chemical that plays a role in overall wellbeing and especially a mood stabilizer).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nortriptyline with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
VenlafaxineIbutilide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule:
Taking Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule with ibutilide increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Venlift OD-37.5 Capsule and Ibutilide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly helps improve overall health and boost self-esteem.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
  • Include foods rich in omega fatty acids such as fish, nuts, fresh fruits, vegetables and olive oils.
  • Neurotransmitters are made up of amino acids. Amino acid-rich foods such as meat, dairy products, and certain fruits and vegetables help properly maintain neurotransmitters. 
  • Complex carbohydrates help in stistimulateonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter). These include whole grains, legumes, spinach, broccoli, oranges and pears.
  • Exercising helps in the production of the body’s natural antidepressants. It also relieves stress, improves mood, boosts self-esteem, and provides restful sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

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Special Advise

  • Do not make any changes in your dosing schedule without asking the doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Major depressive disorder (MDD): Major depressive disorder, also known as clinical depression, is a mental health disorder characterised by a persistent and intense feeling of sadness for an extended duration of time. It mainly impacts mood, behaviour, and other physical functions like sleep and appetite. Symptoms include sadness, loss of interest, appetite changes, sleep problems, restlessness, lack of energy, feeling worthless or guilty, thoughts of harming oneself, difficulty in concentrating, making decisions, and thinking. The exact cause of depression is unknown. However, factors such as stress, changes in hormone levels, alcohol or drug abuse, abuse during childhood, certain medical conditions and medications might increase the risk of developing depression.

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD): Generalized anxiety disorder or GAD is a mental illness that makes a person worry more than normal. Common signs and symptoms of GAD include Fatigue, Shaking, restlessness, problems in focusing, trouble sleeping, feeling jumpy or dizzy, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or shortness of breath.

Social anxiety disorder: Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes extreme fear, anxiety, embarrassment, and self-consciousness in social gatherings. Symptoms include excessive fear, humiliation or embarrassment, concern about offending someone, and fear of being judged.

Panic disorder: Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes panic attacks. In this condition, a person experiences a sudden feeling of fear when, in reality, there is no danger. Symptoms include fast heartbeat, breathing difficulty, chest or stomach pain, weakness or dizziness, and sweating.

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