Venlafaxine, an antidepressant (mood elevator), is used to treat depression.

Important Warning: Before you take venlafaxine, tell your doctor if you are taking or have taken within the last 2 weeks any MAO inhibitors [phenelzine (Nardil) or tranylcypromine (Parnate)]. You should not take venlafaxine if you are taking either of these medications.

XR stands for Extended Release

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