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Weight Gain, Swollen Throat, Feels Exhausted. On 50 Mg Of Pristiq, Helped Depression A Little. Any Better Alternative ?
I am on 50 mg of Pristiq, I have gained some weight, my throat feels swollen, I am exhausted most of the time, but it does seem to have helped my depression a little, just do not know if the little it helps is worth the side effects. I also have fibromyagia and back pain, am wondering if there is something else that would be more effective without the side effects.
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Desvenlafaxine is a good drug for anxiety and panic disorders,agoraphobia and depression.Ruling out thyroid disorders will help.Adequate therapy for the fibromyalgia will be required.You may need the help of a psychiatrist who can examine you and take a detailed history before guiding you /counselling and changing or titrating your drugs.
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