Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) and Effexor (venlafaxine) are SNRIs. Pristiq treats depression, while Effexor treats depression and ...

They are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for different indications in various age groups, dosage forms, and dosing regimens. Cymbalta and Effexor XR are selective serotonin and ...

DEAR PEOPLE’S PHARMACY: Our 16-year-old son has been on venlafaxine for six months for depression. Now the doctor wants to ...

The usual Strattera (atomoxetine) dosage for ADHD is 80 milligrams per day. Specific dosages may vary depending on factors like your age and other medications you may be taking. It’s important ...

Usually, the smaller the dose of a medication, the fewer side effects, although there are exceptions: Venlafaxine seems to be tolerated better at higher rather than lower doses. When ...

The capacity of household teaspoons ranges from 1.5 mL to 9 mL, potentially leading to errors in dosing. There are few studies evaluating alternative measuring devices. Objective: To assess adult ...

If you use one of these drugs with bupropion, your doctor may increase your bupropion dosage. Anti-seizure drugs, such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, or phenytoin. If you take one of these drugs ...

In this edition of The People’s Pharmacy, Joe and Teresa Graedon also hear from a reader who had success treating toenail fungus with Polysporin.

The dosage for Topamax (topiramate) may depend on its use. To help prevent migraines, the recommended starting dosage is 25 milligrams (mg) per day. To treat seizures, the typical starting dosage ...

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