What is the difference between Velaf ER and XR?

When should I take Velaf?

Velaf is a medication to treat generalised depressive disorder or depression. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Can nerve pain be treated with Velaf?

Velaf 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.

Can Velaf cause constipation?

Yes. Velaf 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.

Can Velaf cause weight loss?

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

Can Velaf cause addiction?

No. Velaf does not have habit-forming potential.

Can I take Velaf tablet instead of a capsule?

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.

Can gabapentin be given along with Velaf?

Yes. Gabapentin can be given with Velaf but only with a consultation of a doctor. They both, when given together, causes an increase drowsiness, sleepiness and decreased concentration in work. Take with caution.

What is the difference between Velaf and desvenlafaxine?

Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Velaf. It is the same medication in an active form.

Can fibromyalgia be treated with Velaf?

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

Can Velaf cause sedation?

Yes. Velaf can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep inducing medicines before starting Velaf.

Is Velaf a psychotropic drug?

Yes. Velaf is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.

Can Velaf cause high blood pressure?

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

Can I take Velaf with citalopram?

No. Citalopram and Velaf 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.

Why does Velaf cause loss of appetite?

Velaf 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.

Is Velaf a narcotic?

No. Velaf is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.

What is the relation between Velaf and p-glycoprotein?

P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Velaf from the brain. Some studies have shown that Velaf and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.

Where is Velaf absorbed?

Velaf is absorbed from the intestine after being metabolised by the liver.