NCIt definition : A synthetic phenethylamine bicyclic derivative with antidepressant activity. Venlafaxine
and its active metabolite, O-desmethylvenlafaxine (ODV), are potent inhibitors of
neuronal serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake and weak dopamine reuptake inhibitors.
This agent may reduce hormone-related vasomotor symptoms. (NCI04);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: An antidepressant drug that is being evaluated for the treatment of hot
flashes in women who have breast cancer.;