Does Alprazolam Interact With Venlafaxine?

This finding was confirmed in vivo by clinical drug interaction studies in which venlafaxine did not inhibit the metabolism of several CYP3A4 substrates, including alprazolam, diazepam, and terfenadine.

Severity: Minor

Severity basis: drug interactions section. Combining Alprazolam (Benzodiazepine) and Venlafaxine (SNRI antidepressant) is classified as a minor interaction.

What to Do

This is generally a minor interaction, but review it with your pharmacist to be sure it is safe for you.

From the FDA Label

This finding was confirmed in vivo by clinical drug interaction studies in which venlafaxine did not inhibit the metabolism of several CYP3A4 substrates, including alprazolam, diazepam, and terfenadine.

Source: FDA structured product labeling (set_id 017a84aa-0e1f-f560-e063-6294a90a9069).

Alprazolam

Benzodiazepine

Brands: Xanax

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Venlafaxine

SNRI antidepressant

Brands: Effexor

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This information is educational — not medical advice.

This page is provided for general educational purposes and summarizes publicly available data from sources such as the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. It is not a substitute for the judgment of a licensed clinician and should not be used to start, stop, or change any medication. It may be incomplete or out of date, and individual circumstances vary. Always talk with your prescriber or pharmacist about your specific medications and health conditions. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911.

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