What is desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine is a prescription medication used to treat depression. It belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), which help block the reabsorption of serotonin and norepinephrine by our brain cells. These are naturally occurring chemical messengers (called neurotransmitters) that are responsible for regulating your mood and helping you feel happy.
Talk to your health care provider about whether desvenlafaxine is right for you.
What are the most common side effects of desvenlafaxine?
Desvenlafaxine has been shown to cause adverse side effects. If these adverse effects become severe or do not go away within a few days, talk to your health care provider.
Common side effects reported while taking desvenlafaxine include:
Antidepressants used for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior. Antidepressant medication, such as desvenlafaxine, may change mental health conditions (such as mood and behavior) in unexpected ways. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or other sudden changes in your mental health. Before starting treatment with desvenlafaxine, or any other antidepressant, discuss the risks and benefits of the medication with your doctor.
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