OBJECTIVE: To report a patient with bruxism possibly induced by the antidepressant venlafaxine. CASE REPORT: A 62-year-old man developed severe bruxism that began 2 weeks after starting a therapy with venlafaxine because of depression and anxiety. After venlafaxine withdrawal, bruxism improved gradually and disappeared 2 months later. CONCLUSIONS: Bruxism should be considered as a possible adverse effect of venlafaxine.
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