Generic Effexor: An Overview
What About Generic Effexor XR Tablets?
There is a generic version of
venlafaxine XR that comes in tablet form, as opposed to Effexor XR, which comes in capsule form. When taken with food, this medication should act just like Effexor XR -- that is, it should have the same absorption and should last as long. However, this medication is technically not equivalent to Effexor XR and is approved only for the treatment of depression and social
anxiety disorder; it is not approved for generalized
anxiety disorder or for
panic disorder.
For some people, switching to venlafaxine XR tablets may be a good, cost-saving alternative. However, because the medication is not equivalent to Effexor XR, you will need a new prescription from your healthcare provider.
Strengths of Generic Effexor
Generic
Effexor tablets are made by Teva Pharmaceuticals and are available in the following strengths:
- Venlafaxine 25 mg
- Venlafaxine 37.5 mg
- Venlafaxine 50 mg
- Venlafaxine 75 mg
- Venlafaxine 100 mg.
Generic venlafaxine XR tablets are made by Osmotica Pharmaceutical Corp. and come in the following strengths:
- Venlafaxine XR 37.5 mg
- Venlafaxine XR 75 mg
- Venlafaxine XR 150 mg
- Venlafaxine XR 225 mg.