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Increased pristiq (desvenlafaxine) dose from 50mg to 100mg, when will i notice a difference?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Pristiq (desvenlafaxine): Depending on how long you have been on the lower dose, usually response within 4-6 weeks from starting the medication.

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Answered 3/8/2015

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