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Medicines VenlafaxineQuestion & answer

Venlafaxine · Medicine question

How can dry mouth caused by venlafaxine affect dental health?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Dry mouth caused by venlafaxine may increase the risk of dental caries, so patients should be advised of the importance of dental hygiene.

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Efexor XL 75 mg hard prolonged release capsulesViatris (formerly Mylan or Upjohn) · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 43Document updated 2 February 2026

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