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Prestiq is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. Prestiq also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Prestiq is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prestiq can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Prestiq normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Prestiq is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Prestiq's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Prestiq can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Prestiq in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Prestiq contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Prestiq with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Prestiq is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Prestiq is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prestiq is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Prestiq safe for pregnant women?
Prestiq can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Prestiq, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Prestiq safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Prestiq for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Prestiq on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Prestiq. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Prestiq on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Prestiq. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Prestiq only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Prestiq on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Prestiq. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Prestiq should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prestiq unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prestiq habit forming or addictive?
Prestiq does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Prestiq as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Prestiq only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Prestiq for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prestiq
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Prestiq and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prestiq
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Prestiq with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 416-417
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pristiq® (desvenlafaxine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aptryxol™ (desvenlafaxine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Khedezla (desvenlafaxine)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 416-417
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pristiq® (desvenlafaxine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aptryxol™ (desvenlafaxine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Khedezla (desvenlafaxine)
