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Generic Effexor

Generic Effexor is sold under the name Venlafaxine tablets and is manufactured by TEVA Pharmaceuticals. Among the available strengths of generic Effexor are 25 mg, 37.5 mg, and 100 mg tablets. The earliest that a generic version of Effexor XR could become available is June 2008, which is when the first patent for Effexor XR expires.

 

Generic Effexor: An Overview

Effexor® (venlafaxine hydrochloride) and Effexor XR® are prescription medications that have been licensed to treat depression in adults. Effexor XR is also licensed to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Effexor and Effexor XR are both manufactured by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. Effexor XR is currently protected by a patent that prevents any generic Effexor XR from being manufactured. Generic Effexor is currently available.
 

When Will There Be a Generic Effexor XR?

The first patent for Effexor XR expires in June 2008. This is the earliest possible date that a generic version of Effexor XR could become available. However, there are other circumstances that could come up to extend the exclusivity period of Effexor XR beyond 2008. These circumstances could include things such as other patents for specific Effexor XR uses or lawsuits. Once Effexor XR goes off patent, there may be several companies that manufacture a generic Effexor XR drug.
 

Strengths of Generic Effexor

Generic Effexor tablets are made by Teva Pharmaceuticals and are available in the following strengths:
 
 
  • Venlafaxine 25 mg tablets
  • Venlafaxine 37.5 mg tablets
  • Venlafaxine 50 mg tablets
  • Venlafaxine 75 mg tablets
  • Venlafaxine 100 mg tablets.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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