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I've been prescribed pristiq (desvenlafaxine) by my gp. my main symptom is low mood due to ruminating on a breakup 3 months ago. will the meds help or hinder me?
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May, with caveat: Though i don't know you, i know break ups are hard. I wish you the best in your recovery from same. Recovery from such losses usually takes time and is promoted by seeking support from family and friends and by maintaining as normal a routine as possible. Formal psychiatric treatment in the form of psychotherapy of meds may be indicated if you have prior history of major depression.
Answered 10/15/2017
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Uncertain: The grief associated with a break up can be significant. A medication won't do your grieving for you. Psychotropic medications like pristiq are for major depressive episodes with neurovegative symptoms.
Answered 11/28/2017
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