Vaxor® (venlafaxine)

Vaxor^® (venlafaxine) is a  selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant. It can be used to prevent and/or treat depression, as well as social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other disorders not listed here. It works by increasing the levels of both neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.

Vaxor^® (venlafaxine) can take up to 6-8 weeks to start exhibiting symptom alleviation. It should be taken under doctor supervision to monitor efficacy and side effects. Teenagers should be monitored for suicidal ideation through both regular doctors’ visits and via sensitizing the family for signs of suicidal thoughts.