
[SNRI] - Venlafaxine (Effexor) & Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq)
PsychRounds: The Psychiatry Podcast
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Navigating SNRI Prescriptions
This chapter focuses on the careful approach required when prescribing SNRIs like Venlafaxine and Desvenlafaxine, highlighting the match between medication and patient needs. It emphasizes factors such as medication adherence and the timing of dosing, particularly the stimulating effects of these medications. The conversation also includes insights on pharmacokinetics, genetic testing, and the implications of these factors in optimizing treatment outcomes for depression and anxiety.
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