Venlafaxine — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Venlafaxine ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: SNRI Antidepressant. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Venlafaxine is a snri antidepressant used in Pakistan for Major Depressive Disorder (depression — MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder (social phobia). Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Venlafaxine?
Venlafaxine is a snri antidepressant used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Venlafaxine under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Major Depressive Disorder (depression — MDD)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder (social phobia)
- Panic Disorder (panic attacks)
- Off-label: fibromyalgia, chronic neuropathic pain
- Off-label: hot flashes (menopause)
- Off-label: ADHD
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
As prescribed — full effect 2–4 weeks; take with food; do not stop abruptly
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Venlafaxine brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Nausea (very common, especially early in treatment)
- Dry mouth
- Sweating
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Sexual dysfunction (common)
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Serotonin syndrome — with MAO inhibitors or other serotonergic drugs (agitation, high fever, tremor)
- Severe hypertension / hypertensive urgency (dose-dependent)
- QT prolongation / cardiac arrhythmia
- Hyponatraemia / SIADH — especially in elderly
Important warnings
- Do NOT stop abruptly — severe discontinuation syndrome (brain zaps, dizziness, nausea); taper slowly under doctor supervision
- Monitor blood pressure — venlafaxine raises BP in a dose-dependent manner; avoid in uncontrolled hypertension
- Suicidal ideation warning — especially in patients under 25 during the first 4 weeks; closely monitor
- Do not combine with MAO inhibitors — risk of fatal serotonin syndrome; 14-day washout required
- Avoid alcohol — increases CNS side effects
- Do not drive until you know how this medicine affects you
Drug class
SSRIs and AntidepressantsConditions treated
Venlafaxine brands in Pakistan (1)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Venlafaxine used for in Pakistan?
Venlafaxine is commonly used for Major Depressive Disorder (depression — MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder (social phobia), Panic Disorder (panic attacks), and other indications. It belongs to the snri antidepressant drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Venlafaxine?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "As prescribed — full effect 2–4 weeks; take with food; do not stop abruptly". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Venlafaxine?
Common side effects include Nausea (very common, especially early in treatment), Dry mouth, Sweating, Headache, Insomnia, Sexual dysfunction (common). Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Venlafaxine and see a doctor?
Stop Venlafaxine and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Serotonin syndrome — with MAO inhibitors or other serotonergic drugs (agitation, high fever, tremor); Severe hypertension / hypertensive urgency (dose-dependent); QT prolongation / cardiac arrhythmia; Hyponatraemia / SIADH — especially in elderly. These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Venlafaxine available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Prescription required.
What brands of Venlafaxine are available in Pakistan?
1 brand of Venlafaxine is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization