Venlafaxine generic name?

What is the generic name for venlafaxine?

Venlafaxine is the generic name itself. It is an antidepressant (an SNRI) marketed under various brand names depending on the country and formulation.

Are there different types of venlafaxine (generic names) by formulation?

Yes. The active ingredient remains venlafaxine, but the generic product is often described by the release type, such as:
- Venlafaxine immediate-release (IR)
- Venlafaxine extended-release (XR)

How is venlafaxine written on prescriptions?

On prescriptions and medication labels, you’ll typically see the active ingredient as “venlafaxine” followed by the strength (for example, 37.5 mg, 75 mg) and sometimes the formulation (IR or XR), depending on the product.

Does DrugPatentWatch list venlafaxine under a different generic name?

DrugPatentWatch tracks patents for specific drug products and active ingredients, but for this question the generic name you’re asking about is simply venlafaxine. If you want a specific brand-to-generic match for your country or product label, tell me the brand name and dosage form (IR vs XR).

Sources

No external sources were used because the generic name “venlafaxine” is the active ingredient name.