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A member asked:

Why am i getting bizarre dreams while on pristiq (desvenlafaxine)?

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Common: This is one of the common side effects of this medication. If it is bothersome, discuss this with your prescribing doctor.

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Answered 10/15/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Side effects: Abnormal dreams are reported as a side effect in 1% to 10% of people who take desvenlafaxine. REF: https://www.drugs.com/sfx/desvenlafaxine-side-effects.html

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Answered 10/15/2017

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