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    Overview

    Desvenlafaxine is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant. Desvenlafaxine is used to treat major depressive disorder. It is an antidepressant of the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) class.

    Chemical name of Desvenlafaxine is 4-[2-dimethylamino-1-(1-hydroxycyclohexyl)ethyl]phenol. Its molecular formula is C16H25NO2 and molecular weight is 263.38.

    Desvenlafaxine is a white to off-white, crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in Dimethyl sulfoxide.

    Clinical Applications

    Desvenlafaxine is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults. For healthy women who have contraindications to estrogen, clinicians can use desvenlafaxine off-label to treat hot flashes during menopause.

    Mode of Administration

    Desvenlafaxine administration is via oral route and can be taken with or without food.

    Pharmacological Effects

    Desvenlafaxine works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

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