Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Key Takeaways Cymbalta is approved for children 7 years and older, but Effexor XR is ...

Effexor XR (venlafaxine) is a prescription drug used to treat depression, panic disorder, and certain types of anxiety. It comes as an extended-release oral capsule. (Extended-release capsules slowly ...

Venlafaxine (Effexor XR) has potential interactions with alcohol, other medications, and some supplements. These interactions could affect how well the drug works or cause harmful effects. Venlafaxine ...

The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday urged doctors to prescribe the popular antidepressant Effexor in the smallest possible quantities to reduce the risk of overdose. Wyeth, the maker of ...