What is Desvenlafaxine?
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Desvenlafaxine is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It is an extended release formulation believed to treat depression by affecting the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine, two neurotransmitters associated with depression.
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How do members experience Desvenlafaxine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depressed mood | 309 | 176 | |
| Major depressive disorder | 302 | 176 | |
| Anxious mood | 139 | 99 | |
| Fibromyalgia | 40 | 33 | |
| Bipolar disorder | 28 | 12 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 16 | |
| Weight gain | 11 | |
| Nausea | 10 | |
| Dizziness | 8 | |
| Dry mouth | 8 | |
| Depressed mood | 7 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 57 | |
| Moderate | 72 | |
| Mild | 92 | |
| None | 184 |
Member evaluations
ZIGGEEW
evaluated on Feb 21, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Major
- Side effects: None
THE EMPEROR
evaluated on Oct 26, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for anxious mood: Can't tell
- Side effects: Mild
Magzmom
evaluated on Jul 28, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Slight
- Side effects: Severe
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