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Effexor XR Side Effects Center
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
- Generic Name: venlafaxine hydrochloride extended-release
- Brand Name: Effexor XR
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What Is Effexor Xr?
Effexor XR (venlafaxine hydrochloride extended-release) is an antidepressant used to treat patients with major depressive disorders such as panic and social disorders. Effexor XR is available as a generic.
What Are Side Effects of Effexor XR?
Common side effects of Effexor XR include:
- nausea,
- constipation,
- insomnia,
- dizziness,
- asthenia,
- drowsiness,
- dry mouth,
- nervousness,
- strange dreams,
- blurred vision,
- changes in appetite or weight,
- decreased sex drive,
- impotence,
- difficulty having an orgasm, and
- increased sweating.
Tell your doctor if you have unlikely but serious side effects of Effexor XR including:
- easy bruising or bleeding,
- decreased interest in sex,
- changes in sexual ability,