Desvenlafaxine Extended Release Tablets 100mg

Desvenlafaxine Extended Release Tablets 100mg – This is a prescription medicine that is used in adults to treat major depressive disorder (MDD). It is an antidepressant that belongs to the class of medicines called serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), as it increases certain naturally occurring chemicals in the brain that affect mood and emotional state.

 Working Mechanism of Desvenlafaxine Extended Release Tablets 100mg

Desvenlafaxine works in the brain to assist in increasing serotonin and norepinephrine levels. These are neurotransmitters that play a significant role in mood, sleep, and emotional response. By limiting or preventing their reabsorption (reuptake) of serotonin and norepinephrine into nerve cells, Desvenlafaxine is able to enhance mood, decrease anxiety, and put the mind and body in a healthy balance.

Uses of Desvenlafaxine Extended Release Tablets 100mg

Treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD)

Sometimes prescribed off-label for anxiety disorders, hot flashes associated with menopause or chronic pain conditions, physician dependent

How to Take It?

Desvenlafaxine 100mg is prescribed as one 100mg tablet to be taken once daily. Its recommended to take it at the same time of day. It is taken orally, and can be taken with or without food, and swallowed whole with a beverage, not chewing, crushing, or splitting as it is extended release. It is best taken consistently but also most effectively when the physician’s direction is followed.

Side Effects of Desvenlafaxine Extended Release Tablets 100mg

Common side effects includes:

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Insomnia
• Sweating
• Fatigue or Drowsiness

Precautions To Take While Using Tablets

1. Before taking Desvenlafaxine, tell your doctor if you:

• Have a history of heart, liver, or kidney disease.
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Are taking other medications, especially MAO inhibitors, blood thinners, or other antidepressants.
• Have a history of seizures, glaucoma, or bipolar disorder.

2. Do not drink alcohol or drive or operate machinery until you know how Desvenlafaxine can affect you, as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness.s
3. Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding Desvenlafaxine, and do not stop taking it abruptly without the advice of your healthcare provider. You may have withdrawal symptoms if the medication is stopped suddenly.