Generic name effexor?

What is the generic name for Effexor?

Effexor (brand name) is most commonly referring to Effexor XR, an antidepressant whose generic name is venlafaxine. Effexor XR is extended-release venlafaxine.

Effexor vs Effexor XR: are they the same generic drug?

Yes. Both use the same active ingredient: venlafaxine. The difference is the formulation:
- Effexor is typically associated with immediate-release venlafaxine.
- Effexor XR is extended-release venlafaxine.

What class of medication is venlafaxine (Effexor)?

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant in the SNRI class (serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor).

If you meant another “Effexor” product, what generic name would it have?

Most products marketed as Effexor use venlafaxine. If you tell me the exact label you’re looking at (for example, “Effexor 37.5 mg” vs “Effexor XR 75 mg”), I can match it to the correct venlafaxine formulation.