Effexor

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Effexor (venlafaxine) is an antidepressant medication manufactured by Wyeth (now Pfizer). Introduced in 1997, the drug is prescribed to treat major depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, and anxiety disorders.

However, Effexor is similar to SSRIs in that there are significant risks when taking the antidepressant.

Link Between Suicidality and Antidepressant Drugs

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has mandated that all antidepressant medications include a warning regarding the increased risk of suicidality. Like its SNRI and SSRI equals, Effexor has been linked to an increase in suicidal thoughts and behaviors, especially in children, adolescents, and young adults.

People taking Effexor are urged to watch for new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, actions, or thoughts. Changes often occur during the beginning of an Effexor regimen or if the dosage was changed.

Effexor, SSRIs, and Serotonin Syndrome

Another similarity among antidepressant drugs is the increased risk of developing serotonin syndrome. This condition is caused by an abundance of serotonin in the brain, which can lead to severe and potentially fatal symptoms, including:

Confusion
Dilated pupils
Rapid heart rate
Diarrhea
Headache
Shivering
High blood pressure
Seizures
Irregular heartbeat

Birth Defects Linked to Effexor and Antidepressant Medications

Effexor is no different than other SNRIs or SSRIs in that they have been linked to an increased risk of birth defects in newborns of women who took the drugs during pregnancy. In addition, newborns may experience a direct toxic effect from the antidepressants, through drug discontinuation syndrome, or from serotonin syndrome. Studies have suggested that taking antidepressants especially in the third trimester can have serious negative effects on the child.

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