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 Effexor? Efexxor is a common misspelling of Effexor.
 
Effexor® (venlafaxine hydrochloride) is a prescription medication approved for treating depression. It belongs to a class of drugs called serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors and works by balancing serotonin and norepinephrine levels in the brain. Potential side effects include dizziness, headache, and dry mouth. Effexor comes in tablet form and is available in five different strengths, ranging from 25 to 100 mg.
 
(Click Effexor for more information on how the drug works to improve depression symptoms, when and how to take it, what you should be aware of before starting treatment, and more.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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