Drug Details
Generic Name:
Desvenlafaxine (des ven la fax een) extended-release
Common Brands:
Pristiq, Khedezla
Availability:
Prescription only
Therapeutic Class:
Antidepressant medication; Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SRNI)
Forms:
Oral tablet: 25 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Pristiq may be used alone or with other medications to treat the symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) or depression.
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is Pristiq?
Pristiq is an antidepressant; it belongs to a drug class called serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Pristiq may be used alone or in combination with other antidepressants to treat the symptoms of depression.
There may be other uses of Pristiq—your pharmacist or physician can give you further information and assistance.
Who can take Pristiq?
- Pristiq is approved to be used as antidepressant therapy in adults.
- Pristiq is not approved for use in anyone younger than 18 years old.
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