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Last Updated: 2nd May 2024

What date was Effexor last discontinued?

Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, Inc. manufactures Effexor and was approved in 1993 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Effexor XR, which is not available for prescription, has been removed from the market.



Moreover, when was Effexor first introduced to the market?

Effexor was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1993 for major depressive disorder. FDA approved Effexor XR in 1997 as an extended-release formulation. Both formulas contain venlafaxine, the active ingredient.

You may also wonder if venlafaxine is the same thing as Effexor. Effexor, also known as venlafaxine (generic name: venlafaxine), is an antidepressant. It is also available in extended-release form under the name Effexor XR. Effexor is in a class of antidepressants called serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs).

Besides this, when does Effexor expire.

Venlafaxine tablets should not be used after the expiry date. This is clearly indicated on the package.

Can Effexor cause anxiety

The benefits of the medication begin to be more apparent after the third week. Side effects of Effexor are drowsiness and weakness, dizziness , difficulty sleeping, and nervousness. Another side effect is dry mouth.