Drug reference
milnacipran
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (SNRIs)
Mechanism of action
SNRI; has no affinity for other neurotransmitter receptors (including gamma-aminobutyric acid [GABA], beta-adrenergic, opiate, histaminergic, and benzodiazepine receptors) and has no MAOI activity
Common side effects
- Insomnia
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Hyperhidrosis
- Hot flush
Known interactions (1)
- isocarboxazid + milnacipran Contraindicated
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is milnacipran?
milnacipran belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does milnacipran work?
SNRI; has no affinity for other neurotransmitter receptors (including gamma-aminobutyric acid [GABA], beta-adrenergic, opiate, histaminergic, and benzodiazepine receptors) and has no MAOI activity
What are the common side effects of milnacipran?
Insomnia, Constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Hyperhidrosis, Hot flush
Which drugs interact with milnacipran?
isocarboxazid
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