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Effexor XR

Drugs Starting with E

Drug Name:Effexor XR

Brand Names: Effexor XR, Efectin ER

Generic Name: Venlafaxine Hydrochloride

Uses: Effexor XR is an antidepressant that is used to treat symptoms of depression, social anxiety disorder and generalized anxiety disorder or GAD. It is also sometimes used to treat depressive phases of bipolar disorder. Effexor XR is also used to reduce the severity of 'hot-flashes' in women who are in the menopausal stage. Effexor XR works by affecting the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine, two neurotransmitters or chemical messengers in the brain involved in depression.

Etodolac

Drugs Starting with E

Drug Name: Etodolac

Brand Names: Lodine, Lodine XL

Generic Name: Etodolac
   
Uses: Etodolac is a type of NSAID or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication used to treat pain, tenderness, inflammation and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or other causes. These include injuries, menstrual cramps and other musculoskeletal conditions. Etodolac works by stopping the substance responsible for these symptoms.

Enalapril

Drugs Starting with E

Drug Name: Enalapril

Brand Names: Vasotec

Generic Name: Enalapril

Uses: Enalapril is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), and it can also be used to treat heart failure for patients who cannot take angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Enalapril blocks the action of certain chemicals in the body that constrict blood vessels, thereby allowing smoother blood passage. It is also used for the quick recovery of patients of who have suffered from heart attacks and strokes.

Estradiol

Drugs Starting with E

Drug Name: ESTRADIOL

ESTROGENS - ORAL (ESS-trow-jens, conjugated)

COMMON ESTRADIOL BRAND NAME(S): Cenestin, Estinyl, Estrace, Menest, Ogen, Premarin, Tace

Elavil

Drugs Starting with E

Drug Name: ELAVIL

TRICYCLIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS - ORAL, INJECTION

COMMON ELAVIL BRAND NAME(S):
Adapin, Asendin, Aventyl, Elavil, Endep, Norpramin, Pamelor, Sinequan, Surmontil, Tofranil, Vivactil

ELAVIL USES:
Elavil is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and bed-wetting in children over 6 years of age (enuresis). Elavil may also be used to treat nerve pain, sleeping problems (insomnia), and has other uses as determined by your doctor.

Effexor

Drugs Starting with E

Drug Name: EFFEXOR

VENLAFAXINE - ORAL (ven-luh-FAX-een)

COMMON EFFEXOR BRAND NAME(S):
Effexor

EFFEXOR USES:
Effexor is used in the treatment of depression. The extended release form of Effexor is also used to treat anxiety. It usually takes 6 to 8 weeks to feel the full benefits of therapy. Try to be patient about the treatment process. Just as depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder do not develop overnight, it also takes time to feel better. Depression treatment from prescription drugs like Zoloft depression medicine can help you take back your life and feel better mentally and physically.

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