Pristiq Information

Pristiq is a drug used in treatment against depression in adults. It comes from a family of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. Brand and generic form of the drug is availed only on prescription. It works by bringing back the imbalanced neurotransmitters (normal chemicals secreted by the brain) which is the cause of depression, to a balanced stage. However, the response to the drug varies from one individual to the other. So one person may feel better very soon but the other will take weeks to respond. Pristiq has also been beneficial in the treatment of panic attacks and bipolar disorders. Cheap Pristiq is easily procured through online stores as well as druggists near you.

Pristiq Side Effects and Precautions

Desvenlafaxine, exerts some side effects to varying degrees based on the individual susceptibility. The milder forms include dryness of mouth, increased perspiration, nausea, diarrhea and dizziness. Occasionally you may experience nosebleeds or sleepiness. These disappear quickly. Sometimes Desvenlafaxine may lead to epileptic attacks, panic attack, hallucinations and reduced libido. High blood pressure and heart disease contraindicate the drug. Patient below 24 years of age may experience some suicidal thoughts or thoughts of self-harm initially while taking the drug.

Any worsening of symptoms like mood/ behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, impulsiveness, irritability, agitation, hostility, mental or physical hyperactivity, increased depression need immediate attention. Before you buy Pristiq speak to your doctor about your health conditions in the past and that of the present and clarify things with him. To avoid drug interactions inform him about all the medicines you have taken till date whether prescribed or over the counter medicines. It is not safe to take the drug during pregnancy and lactation.

Dosage Information for Pristiq

The dosage recommended for Pristiq is 50 mg once/day with or without food. North Drug Mart has an offer of discount Pristiq in strengths of 50 mg and 100 mg. it should be taken about the same time each day. When your doctor thinks it necessary to stop the drug he will bring down the dosage step by step. Stopping it abruptly will lead to withdrawal symptoms. In patients with kidney disease and in impaired liver, the recommended dosage is 50 mg/day and if the problem is severe then 50 mg every other day. Patients on dialysis are not to be given Pristiq. Dosage should not exceed above 100 mg/day.