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Desvenlafaxine
Latest prescription information about Desvenlafaxine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Desvenlafaxine
Pronunciation : des ven'' la fax' een
Trade Name(s):
India- Zyven-OD extentab. International- Pristiq. This medication is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI), prescribed for depression. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended dose is 50 mg once daily. How it should be taken : It comes as an extended release tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding problems, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, increased eye pressure, epilepsy, low sodium levels in the blood, heart, kidney or liver disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Patient may develop with increased risk of behavior changes or suicidal thoughts; if it so consult with your doctor. Side Effects : Most Common- Nausea, dizziness, sleeplessness, excessive sweating, constipation, drowsiness, decreased appetite, anxiety and specific male sexual function disorders. Heart - Palpitations, fast heart rate and high blood pressure. Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, diarrhea, constipation and vomiting. General - Fatigue, chills, uneasiness and weakness. Metabolic - Decreased appetite and weight. Central Nervous system - Headache, tremor, tingling, disturbance in attention, nervousness, irritability and abnormal dreams. Genitourinary - Urinary hesitation. Respiratory - Yawning and nose bleed. Skin - Excessive sweating and rash. Eye and ENT - Blurred vision, dilation of the pupil, ringing in the ear and loss of taste. Musculoskeletal- Muscle stiffness. Miscellaneous- Hot flush and severe allergic reactions. * Avoid abrupt withdrawal of this medication. *Avoid excess dosage and long-term use than prescribed, without consulting with your healthcare provider. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (20° to 25°C), and in an airtight container. Keep away from children. |
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