Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) [SNRI]
Description:
Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) is an antidepressant of the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor class. The FDA approved the drug for antidepressant use in February 2008, and was to be available in US pharmacies in May 2008.
More Info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desvenlafaxine
Askapatient.com Ratings:
http://www.askapatient.com/viewrating.asp?drug=21992
RevolutionHealth.com Ratings:
http://www.revolutionhealth.com/drugs-treatments/rating/pristiq
More Info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desvenlafaxine
Askapatient.com Ratings:
http://www.askapatient.com/viewrating.asp?drug=21992
RevolutionHealth.com Ratings:
http://www.revolutionhealth.com/drugs-treatments/rating/pristiq
A Lifesaver - eventually
Shared by Kelly401 on Aug 20th, 2009
8 out of 9 people found this treatment experience helpful:
Treatment Experience
My daughter has severe social anxiety bordering on avoidance disorder, comorbid depression, and ADD. After two years on various meds suddenly a miracle drug - Pristiq. At first things were rough with increased anxiety and depression but during the 8th week the clouds lifted. My daughter is now happy and social. She even has invited friends over and talks ocassionally on the phone (never thought that would happen!) it is one of those meds you just have to give a longer chance. Side effects: decreased appetite, mild insomnia, headache if dose is skipped. We love Pristiq!
My daughter has severe social anxiety bordering on avoidance disorder, comorbid depression, and ADD. After two years on various meds suddenly a miracle drug - Pristiq. At first things were rough with increased anxiety and depression but during the 8th week the clouds lifted. My daughter is now happy and social. She even has invited friends over and talks ocassionally on the phone (never thought that would happen!) it is one of those meds you just have to give a longer chance. Side effects: decreased appetite, mild insomnia, headache if dose is skipped. We love Pristiq!
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