<unk> , sold under the brand name Pristiq among others, is a medication used to treat depression. It is recommended that the need for further treatment be occasionally reassessed. It may be less effective than its parent compound venlafaxine, although some studies have found comparable efficacy. It is an antidepressant of the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) class and is taken by mouth. Common side effects include dizziness, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, constipation, sleepiness, anxiety, and sexual problems. Serious side effects may include suicide in those under the age of 25, serotonin syndrome, bleeding, mania, and high blood pressure. A withdrawal syndrome may occur if the dose is decreased or the medication completely stopped. It is unclear if use during pregnancy or breastfeeding is safe.<unk>  was approved for medical use in the United States in 2008. In Europe its application for use was denied in 2009. But it is available in some European countries. In 2019, it was the 177th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 3million prescriptions.
Desvenlafaxine
Venlafaxine
Sertraline
Fluoxetine
Atomoxetine
Citalopram
Dapoxetine
Imipramine