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Pristiq® (desvenlafaxine succinate) is a prescription medicine often used for the treatment of depression. It is part of a class of drugs called serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), which work by acting on certain chemicals within the brain. Pristiq comes in the form of an extended-release tablet, so it only needs to be taken once a day. Potential side effects include dry mouth, headache, and dizziness.
(Click Pristiq for a full-length article on how the drug works to improve depression symptoms, what you should be aware of before starting treatment, and when and how to take Pristiq.)
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD