Venlafaxine Hydrochloride

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical|Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A synthetic ethyl-cyclohexanol derivative used for the treatment of depression, Venlafaxine Hydrochloride is metabolized to O-desmethylvenlafaxine, which potentiates CNS activity. Both venlafaxine and its active metabolite inhibit neuronal reuptake of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin. (NCI04)

**Synonyms:** - Effexor - VENLAFAXINE HYDROCHLORIDE