Pristiq Dosage
Pristiq (desvenlaxafine) is mainly used to treat depression and anxiety disorder, and sometimes as chronic pain treatment for such medical conditions as diabetic neuropathy, migraines, and fibromyalgia. To produce an intended effect, Pristiq is prescribed to patients in various doses, depending on specific factors.
Standard Adult Pristiq Dosage
The starting dosage for Pristiq for adults is 50 mg once daily to be taken with or without food. This goes for all medical conditions that the drug is intended to treat.
Sometimes, the dose may be increased up to 400mg, although there is no proof that a higher dose can bring more benefits. In fact, taking more than 50 mg per day of Pristiq may be dangerous as it has been associated with effects that are more adverse than therapeutic.
Dosage in the Elderly
Dosage in Children
Pristiq and Other Impairments
Renal impairment is one medical condition that requires a reduction in the standard Pristiq dose. Instead of 50 mg taken every day, this frequency will be adjusted to every other day, but only for severe cases.
Another condition is hepatic impairment, or the reduced ability of the liver to metabolize drugs such as Pristiq. Liver conditions may necessitate an adjustment in dosage, depending on the extent of the impairment.
Withdrawal
Like any other antidepressant, Pristiq should never be taken at a person’s own will. It must be recommended and prescribed by a medical professional if adverse effects are to be avoided. Even dosage adjustments should be handled by a professional alone. Thus, when planning to take or stop taking Pristiq, remember that a single trip to your doctor can be lifesaving.