Pristiq is a prescription medicine used for treating depression. This article on the eMedTV site explains how Pristiq works, describes its effects, lists possible side effects that may occur, and explains what you should know before taking the drug.
Diarrhea, nausea, and increased sweating are among the more commonly reported Pristiq side effects. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects, including rare and potentially serious side effects that may require medical attention.
Dry mouth appears to be a potential side effect of Pristiq. This page on the eMedTV Web site includes more information on Pristiq and dry mouth, and explains how common this side effect appears to be in people taking the depression medication.
Pristiq is often used for the treatment of major depression. This section of the eMedTV library describes how the drug works for depression symptoms, explains whether it can be used in children, and lists possible off-label Pristiq uses.
For most people, the recommended Pristiq dosage is 50 mg per day. As this eMedTV resource explains, your doctor can increase your Pristiq dose if symptoms do not improve. This article also includes precautions and tips for those taking the medicine.
Medicines that can cause Pristiq drug interactions include MAOIs, indinavir, and triptans. This eMedTV article contains a more complete list of medications that may interact with Pristiq and explains what may happen if these drugs are taken together.
Pristiq can increase the heart rate and blood pressure. This eMedTV segment lists other problems that may occur with the use of Pristiq. Warnings and precautions on who should not use the antidepressant are also included.
Headache, dizziness, and constipation are possible signs of a Pristiq overdose. This eMedTV Web page lists other reported symptoms of an overdose and describes various treatment options that are available in case of overdose.
At this time, the full risks of using Pristiq during pregnancy are unknown. This eMedTV segment offers more information on Pristiq and pregnancy, and describes the problems that may occur if the drug is taken during the third trimester of pregnancy.
Pristiq is known to pass through breast milk in humans. This eMedTV Web page includes more information on Pristiq and breastfeeding, and explores the potential risks of exposing your nursing child to the depression medication.
Pristiq is not available in generic form at this time. This segment from the eMedTV archives explains when generic Pristiq products may become available and discusses the difference between a generic drug and its "generic name."
Psychotherapy, electroconvulsive therapy, and natural therapies are common Pristiq alternatives. This eMedTV article also lists other medication alternatives to Pristiq and explains how the different types of therapies work.
| Referring Pages | Articles |
