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Venlafaxine

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Venlafaxine Definition

A synthetic phenethylamine bicyclic derivative with antidepressant activity. Venlafaxine and its active metabolite, O-desmethylvenlafaxine (ODV), are potent inhibitors of neuronal serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake and weak dopamine reuptake inhibitors. This agent may reduce hormone-related vasomotor symptoms. (NCI04)

Venlafaxine Synonyms

Venlafaxine, VENLAFAXINE, venlafaxine

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