Question 1

Can Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR cause sedation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep-inducing medicines before starting Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR.

Question 2

Is Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR a psychotropic drug?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR  is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.

Question 3

Is Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR a narcotic?

Accepted Answer

No. Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep-inducing properties, usually derivatives of opium, like heroin and morphine.

Question 4

Can I take mirtazapine along with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR?

Accepted Answer

No. There can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR. It can cause a serious condition called as serotonin syndrome. It is a potentially life-threatening can present as agitation, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia and coma.

Question 5

Can I take Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR with citalopram?

Accepted Answer

No. Citalopram and Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or use any alternate drug. It can cause a serious condition called as serotonin syndrome. It is a potentially life-threatening can present as agitation, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia and coma.

Question 6

What is the relation between Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR and p-glycoprotein?

Accepted Answer

P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR from the brain. Some studies have shown that Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.

Question 7

Can Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR cause high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some people. It is recommended that people who are being treated with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR should have regular monitoring of blood pressure. For such people, either dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.

Question 8

Can Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR is known to cause constipation in some patients. Take a fiber-rich diet and drink plenty of water. You may consider taking laxatives as well. Your doctor will suggest ways to prevent or manage it. Please consult your doctor if it does not resolve or gets worse.

Question 9

Can Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR cause weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR is known to cause weight loss in some patients. In research studies, a dose-dependent weight loss was noted in patients treated with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR for several weeks. Please consult your doctor if it bothers you.

Question 10

Can Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR cause addiction?

Accepted Answer

No. Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR does not have habit-forming potential.

Question 11

Can I take Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR tablet instead of a capsule?

Accepted Answer

You can take a tablet instead of the capsule but only under consultation or prescription of a doctor. You should not change it yourself as the different formulation of a medication may have a different action as drug release would be different in both. This can lead to an inappropriate treatment and may lead to side effects or even failure of treatment.

Question 12

Can gabapentin be given along with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR?

Accepted Answer

Yes, gabapentin can be given with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR, but only with a consultation with a doctor. They both, when given together, cause an increase in drowsiness, sleepiness, and decreased concentration at work. Take it with caution.

Question 13

Can fibromyalgia be treated with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR?

Accepted Answer

Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.

Question 14

Can nerve pain be treated with Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR?

Accepted Answer

Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR is not approved for treatment of nerve pain disorders but some researchers have proved its efficacy in nerve pain. It is currently used off-label for nerve pain.

Question 15

Why does Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR cause loss of appetite?

Accepted Answer

Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR is known to cause changes in the neurotransmitters levels and chemicals in the brain which leads to decrease in appetite and this loss of appetite is dose dependent.

Question 16

What are good alternatives to Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR, particularly when a side effect is reduced sex drive?

Accepted Answer

If you find any side effects like decreased sex drive or impotence, talk to your doctor, and then you can have another drug. Do not stop Venlamine 75mg Capsule XR by yourself, it can lead to increased adverse effects.

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