What medication is similar to Pristiq?

What medication is similar to Pristiq?

Many other antidepressants, including venlafaxine (Effexor XR), are approved to treat anxiety. Venlafaxine is very similar to desvenlafaxine (the active drug in Pristiq). Venlafaxine is approved to treat generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder.

Is pristiq a controlled substance?

PRISTIQ is not a controlled substance.

What class of drug is Pristiq?

Pristiq belongs to a class of antidepressants called serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Other common SNRIs include Effexor (venlafaxine) and Cymbalta (duloxetine). These medications were first used to treat mood disorders, such as major depressive disorder.

Does pristiq increase energy?

It may improve your mood, feelings of well-being, and energy level. Desvenlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

Is pristiq hard to get off?

Like virtually all other antidepressants, the side effects of Pristiq can be quite uncomfortable and harsh, and extremely hard to tolerate, which may lead to the decision to quit taking it.

Does Pristiq make you angry?

If at any time you experience these less common, but more dangerous symptoms during Pristiq use, seek medical help right away: difficulty urinating, stiff muscles, hives, uncontrollable impulses, blurred vision, sudden aggression, falling down, increased depression, and/or suicidal thoughts.

Is pristiq safe long term?

To date, there are no known problems associated with long term use of desvenlafaxine. It is a safe and effective medication when used as directed.

What is Pristiq used to treat?

PRISTIQ is a prescription medication approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. Please see Full Prescribing Information, including BOXED WARNING, and Medication Guide.

How long has prispristiq been available?

PRISTIQ has been available for 10 years. It was FDA approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults in February of 2008.

How do I choose a brand-name Pristiq pill?

Look for the distinctive shape and marking of PRISTIQ, so you get the brand-name medication you want—from a company you know—pill to pill and month to month. Pill not actual size. If eligible, patients may pay as little as $4 for each 30-day fill of brand-name PRISTIQ—and could save up to $1,080 a year.*

What should I know before taking Pristiq (duloxetine)?

You should not take Pristiq if you are allergic to desvenlafaxine or venlafaxine ( Effexor ). Do not use Pristiq within 7 days before or 14 days after you have used an MAO inhibitor, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine. A dangerous drug interaction could occur.