Ventab XL 75mg Tablet

Depression Prescription (Rx) Required

VENLAFAXINE 75MG

NPR 144.00

Mfr: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

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What is VENTAB XL 75MG?

VENTAB XL 75MG contains Venlafaxine which belongs to a group of medicine called anti-depressants

What VENTAB XL 75MG is used for?

VENTAB XL 75MG is used to treat depression and other conditions such as anxiety disorders

Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:

are allergic to VENTAB XL 75MG or any of the other ingredients
have eye problems, such as certain kinds of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)
have high blood pressure and/or diabetes
have heart, liver or kidney problems
have fits (seizures)
have low sodium levels in your blood (hyponatraemia)
tend to develop bruises or a tendency to bleed easily (history of bleeding disorders)
have cholesterol levels get higher
have a history of, or if someone in your family has had, mania or bipolar disorder (feeling over-excited or euphoric)
have a history of aggressive behaviour
are depressed and/or have anxiety disorders, you can sometimes have thoughts of harming or killing yourself

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine

VENTAB XL 75MG should normally not be used for children and adolescents under 18 years

It can cause impaired judgement, thinking, and movement and coordination as well as problems with vision
If you are affected by any of these you should not drive, operate machinery or take part in any activities where such effects could put you or others at risk

Tell your doctor if you are taking,

monoamine oxidase inhibitors which are used to treat depression or Parkinson’s disease
triptans (used for migraine)
medicines to treat depression, for instance SNRI, SSRIs, tricyclics, or medicines containing lithium, moclobemide, a reversible MAOI or products containing tryptophan
linezolid, an antibiotic (used to treat infections)
sibutramine (used for weight loss)
tramadol, fentanyl, tapentadol, pethidine, or pentazocine (used to treat severe pain) (a pain-killer)
dextromethorphan (used to treat coughing)
methadone (used to treat opioid drug addiction or severe pain)
methylene blue (used to treat high levels of methemoglobin in the blood)
antipsychotics
medicines that can affect your heart rhythm
antibiotics such as erythromycin or moxifloxacin (used to treat bacterial infections)
antihistamines (used to treat allergy)
ketoconazole (an antifungal medicine)
haloperidol or risperidone (to treat psychiatric conditions)
metoprolol (a beta blocker to treat high blood pressure and heart problems)

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
The usual recommended starting dose for treatment of depression, generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder is 75 mg per day
Maximum recommended dose is 375 mg daily for depression
The maximum dose for generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder and panic disorder is 225 mg/day
Take VENTAB XL 75MG at approximately the same time each day, either in the morning or in the evening
It must be swallowed whole with fluid and not opened, crushed, chewed or dissolved
It should be taken with food

If you take more VENTAB XL 75MG

If you take more VENTAB XL 75MG, call your doctor immediately

If you forget to take VENTAB XL 75MG

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only a single dose as usual

If you stop taking VENTAB XL 75MG

Do not stop taking VENTAB XL 75MG without talking to your doctor

chest tightness, wheezing, trouble swallowing or breathing, swelling of the face, throat, hands or feet
feeling nervous or anxious, dizziness, throbbing sensations, sudden reddening of the skin and/or a warm feeling
severe rash, itching or hives (elevated patches of red or pale skin that often itch)
serotonin syndrome which may include restlessness, hallucinations, loss of coordination, fast heartbeat, increased body temperature, fast changes in blood pressure, overactive reflexes, diarrhoea, coma, nausea, vomiting
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) include a combination of fever, fast heartbeat, sweating, severe muscle stiffness, confusion, increased muscle
coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and a high temperature
blood vomit, black (tarry) stools or blood in stools
yellow skin or eyes, itchiness or dark urine, which may be symptoms of inflammation of the liver (hepatitis)
heart problems such as fast or irregular heart rate, increased blood pressure
eye problems such as blurred vision, dilated pupils
nerve problems such as pins and needles, movement disorder, seizures or fits
psychiatric problems, such as hyperactivity and euphoria (feeling unusually overexcited)

appetite decreased
confusion; feeling separated (or detached) from yourself; lack of orgasm; decreased libido; nervousness; insomnia; abnormal dreams
drowsiness; tremor; pins and needles; increased muscle tonus
visual disturbance including blurred vision; dilated pupils; inability of the eye to automatically change focus from distant to near objects
ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
palpitations
increase in blood pressure, flushing
yawning
increased frequency in urination, difficulties passing urine
menstrual irregularities such as increased bleeding or increased irregular bleeding, abnormal ejaculation/orgasm (males), erectile dysfunction (impotence)
weakness (asthenia), fatigue, chills increased cholesterol
sweating (including night sweats)

hallucinations, feeling separated (or detached) from reality, agitation, abnormal orgasm (females), lack of feeling or emotion, feeling over-excited, grinding of the teeth
a sensation of restlessness or an inability to sit or stand still, involuntary movements of the muscles, impaired coordination and balance, altered taste sensation
fast heartbeat, feeling dizzy (particularly when standing up too quickly)
shortness of breath
general swelling of the skin especially the face, mouth, tongue, throat area or hands and feet and/or a raised itchy rash (hives) may be present, sensitivity to sunlight, bruising, rash, abnormal hair loss
inability to pass urine, inability to control urination
over activity, racing thoughts and decreased need for sleep
reduced number of platelets in your blood, leading to an increased risk of bruising or bleeding, blood disorders which may lead to an increased risk of infection
swollen face or tongue, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, often with skin rashes
excessive water intake
decrease in blood sodium levels
suicidal ideation and suicidal behaviours
disorientation and confusion often accompanied by hallucination (delirium)
aggression, high temperature with rigid muscles, confusion or agitation, and sweating, or jerky muscle movements
severe eye pain and decreased or blurred vision
vertigo

decrease in blood pressure, abnormal, rapid or irregular heartbeat, which could lead to fainting
unexpected bleeding, e.g. bleeding gums, blood in the urine or in vomit
coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and a high temperature
unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness (rhabdomyolysis)
reduce the function of platelets in your blood

Additional Information
Storage

Keep this medicine out of reach of children
Do not use the medicine after the expiry date
Store at room temperature (15-25ºC)

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