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Is pristiq (desvenlafaxine) recommended for depression?

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Yes: The FDA has approved this medication for depression.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/15/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Pristiq: Pristiq & Khedezla are brand names for Desvenlafaxine. It is a SNRI medication which has been shown to be effective in the treatment of Major depression.

Dr Hegab and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/18/2017

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Since Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) isn't officially indicated for anxiety, is it still a reasonable option for depression with anxiety?

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I am on Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) 50 for anxiety and depression. It is day 13, my mood seems to fluctuate from energized to flat, tired and unmotivated.

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How do I cope with depression? On Zoloft for 4.5 weeks, Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) for 2.5 weeks. Neither are working yet, but the depression is worse. How do I cope?

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Hello, i currently take 50mg of Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) daily for both depression and anxiety. Would this make taking MDMA more risky than normal?

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I had post natal depression, along with just normal do depression. I'm find if it very hard to cope now. Currently taking 150mg of pristiq (desvenlafaxine). So tired.

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