| Active substance |
Venlafaxine |
| Also known as |
Venlafaxine XR, Effexor |
| Blood pressure |
Can increase blood pressure, monitoring recommended in cases of high doses or pre-existing hypertension |
| Chemical name |
1-[2-(dimethylamino)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl]cyclohexanol |
| Classification |
Selective Serotonin / Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs) |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically starts at 37.5 mg per day, can be increased up to 225 mg per day depending on the condition and patient response |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Antidepressant, anti-anxiety, mood stabilizer |
| Formula |
C17H27NO2 |
| Half-life |
Approximately 5 hours (venlafaxine), 11 hours (active metabolite desvenlafaxine) |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk, but caution advised in patients with pre-existing liver conditions |
| Lab Test |
Not specifically monitored with lab tests, though liver enzymes may be checked periodically |
| Main action |
Increases neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain |
| Side effects |
Nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, insomnia, loss of appetite, increased sweating, sexual dysfunction |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat |
| Substance class |
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) |
| Trade name |
Effexor, Effexor XR |
| Use in sports |
None, not typically used in sports |
| WAREHOUSE |
International Warehouse 1 |
| Water Retention |
Minimal |
| Manufacturer |
Sun Pharma |
