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Venlafaxine

Effexor, Effexor XR

Use With Caution While Breastfeeding

Venlafaxine is present in breastmilk and its metabolite can be found in infants' plasma. Side effects are rare but monitoring is advised.

Prescription · Source: NIH LactMed®, May 2025

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