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Were you looking for information about
 Effexor? Effoxer is a common misspelling of Effexor.
 
Effexor® (venlafaxine hydrochloride) is an antidepressant that can be used to improve symptoms of depression and to prevent relapses from occurring. It is a type of SNRI antidepressant that works by balancing the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. Effexor comes in tablet form and is typically taken two or three times a day. Potential side effects include insomnia, nausea, and sweating.
 
(Click Effexor to learn more about how the drug works, general dosing guidelines, medical conditions you should tell your healthcare provider about before starting treatment, and more.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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