Venlafaxine Hydrochloride and Voltaren Ophthalmic

• Generic Name: venlafaxine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Effexor XR, Effexor

Management of major depressive disorder.

Efficacy of extended-release capsules in hospital settings not established.

Management of generalized anxiety disorder.

Management of social phobia (social anxiety disorder).

Management of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia.

Not indicated for the management of exogenous obesity (either alone or in combination with weight loss agents such as phentermine), although weight loss reported in some patients receiving the drug for other disorders.

Management of vasomotor symptoms in women with breast cancer and in postmenopausal women; improved both frequency and severity of vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes [flashes]).

• Generic Name: diclofenac ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: Voltaren Ophthalmic

Diclofenac is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Diclofenac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Voltaren Ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to reduce swelling, pain, and light sensitivity after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.

Voltaren Ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.