My fiancé has a grade 2 astrocytoma, we have undergone surgeries, radiotherapy and chemo, his general condition is good, he walks normally, he is functioning normally, he is under home palliative care (invent his mothers, of course), now she has invented depression for him, so the doctor prescribed without any consultation, e.g. with a psychiatrist, oriven 37.5mg, one tablet a day, what can be the consequences of taking this drug, if he does not need it because he does not have any depression
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
9 months ago
Oriven, which contains venlafaxine, is a medication used primarily to treat depression and anxiety disorders. The dosage is usually 75 mg per day, and for anxiety disorders, you can start with 37.5 mg.
Taking Oriven without a clear medical need can lead to several potential consequences:
1. Side effects: Venlafaxine can cause various side effects such as dizziness, dry mouth, nausea, as well as increased blood pressure. Some patients may also experience symptoms such as anxiety, irritability or sleep problems.
2. Mental disorders: Unwarranted use of antidepressants can lead to mood disorders, including worsening of anxiety or depressive symptoms, which defeats the purpose of treatment.
3. Potential interactions with other drugs: Venlafaxine may interact with other medications, which may affect their effectiveness or increase the risk of side effects.
If you have any doubts about the use of Oriven, I encourage you to talk to your doctor, who can assess the need for further treatment and the possible risks associated with taking this drug.
If you need more personalized advice, you can take advantage of teleconsultations here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-psychiatra
The availability of Oriven in pharmacies in Polish can be checked at the following address:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/57911/oriven-kapsulki-o-przedluzonym-uwalnianiu/apteki