Question 1

how long does it take for pristiq (desvenlafaxine) to begin to work?

Accepted Answer

Pristiq (desvenlafaxine): Most antidepressants, including pristiq, (desvenlafaxine) take at least 2-3 weeks to begin working -- maybe a little longer.  Unfortunately side effects may show up a lot sooner.  Hopefully you and your doctor will work together well, so that you get benefit.

Question 2

how long would pristiq (desvenlafaxine) 100 mg take to work after being on 50mg for 5 weeks?

Accepted Answer

2-4 weeks: Typically should see an improvement in 2 weeks when up titrating the dose but it may take up to 4 weeks in some pts.

Question 3

i quit taking cymbalta for polyarthralgia due to severe side effects. it did work   can i take pristiq (desvenlafaxine) as alternate?

Accepted Answer

Effexor (venlafaxine): Effexor (venlafaxine) x-ray 37.5 mg might be better option make sure you taper cymbals slowly .Talk to your doctor.

Question 4

is pristiq (desvenlafaxine) just a joke or does it actually work?

Accepted Answer

It works: Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, in the same class as venlafaxine and cymbalta. If someone finds it ineffective, they should discuss with their psychiatrist or prescribing physician, and they may need a higher dose.

Question 5

should you take pristiq (desvenlafaxine) at night or in the morning?

Accepted Answer

It depends.: The medication is generally written for daily use. Whether you take it in the morning afternoon or evening depends upon your preference. If it makes you sleepy you may want to take at night, if it seems to bother your sleep you may want to take it in the morning.  It is however best to take it at the same time each day. That way you are less likely to forget to take the medication.

Question 6

hello can you take pristiq with strattera? if so, what is this combination?

Accepted Answer

: This is a question for your prescribing doctor. Understanding of your personal medical history, plus other meds &amp; supplements that you are currently taking, is required to give you a reasonable answer. This forum is not ideal for personalized medical recommendations.

Question 7

can you take pristiq 50 mg and trintellix 10mg together.  haven't found any sites where this is discussed.

Accepted Answer

See below: Although Pristiq and Trintellix are antidepressants with different modes of action, they both increase levels of serotonin in your system. Side effects may occur including nausea, diarrhea, agitation, fever and tremors. In worse cases, seizures may occur. Low sodium levels may also occur which could elevate the risk for seizures. Report any side effects to your Dr.

Question 8

i'm into pristiq (desvenlafaxine) for two days i'll feel accelerates that normal how long it take to my body get use to it?

Accepted Answer

Pristiq (desvenlafaxine): For therapeutic effect, Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) will need at least 4-6 weeks.   Side effects may show up sooner, and usually dissipate within the first 2 weeks if they're going to.  If I have missed the meaning of your question, please rephrase and re-ask. I did the best i could with it, but i admit to feeling confused when reading it as typed.

Question 9

i've been taking pristiq (desvenlafaxine) for 3 months, i also take 200 quetap. at first i was thrilled - pristiq (desvenlafaxine) was working so well, it's not working as well now ?

Accepted Answer

Pristiq (desvenlafaxine): I am assuming by quetap u meant quetiapine (seroquel). The combination should not lower the potency of pristiq (desvenlafaxine). Maybe a dose adjustment in the Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) would help, & since u did not tell us what the dose was, i strongly recommend u talk with your prescribing doc. About it.

Question 10

can i take gravol with pristiq (desvenlafaxine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes : No specific drug-drug interaction comes to mine.  But both may have anti-cholinergic side effects which can either be bad or good  depending on what the purpose gravol is being used.

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How long does it take for pristiq (desvenlafaxine) to begin to work?

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How long would pristiq (desvenlafaxine) 100 mg take to work after being on 50mg for 5 weeks?

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I quit taking cymbalta for polyarthralgia due to severe side effects. it did work can i take pristiq (desvenlafaxine) as alternate?

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Is pristiq (desvenlafaxine) just a joke or does it actually work?

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Should you take pristiq (desvenlafaxine) at night or in the morning?

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Hello can you take pristiq with strattera? if so, what is this combination?

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Can you take pristiq 50 mg and trintellix 10mg together. haven't found any sites where this is discussed.

A member asked:

I'm into pristiq (desvenlafaxine) for two days i'll feel accelerates that normal how long it take to my body get use to it?

A member asked:

I've been taking pristiq (desvenlafaxine) for 3 months, i also take 200 quetap. at first i was thrilled - pristiq (desvenlafaxine) was working so well, it's not working as well now ?

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Can i take gravol with pristiq (desvenlafaxine)?

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