DESVENLAFAXINE vs FETZIMA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DESVENLAFAXINE and FETZIMA are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	DESVENLAFAXINE	FETZIMA
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	~$115.24 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	DESVENLAFAXINE	LEVOMILNACIPRAN HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Anchen Pharms	Abbvie
Dosage forms	Tablet, extended release	Capsule, extended release, Kit
Drug class	Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor	Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor
Boxed warning	None	Boxed warning
Half-life	—	about 12 hours
Treats	Major Depressive Disorder	Major Depressive Disorder

desvenlafaxine fetzima

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$115.24 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

DESVENLAFAXINE

LEVOMILNACIPRAN HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Anchen Pharms

Abbvie

Dosage forms

Tablet, extended release

Capsule, extended release, Kit

Drug class

Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None

Boxed warning

Half-life

—

about 12 hours

Treats

Major Depressive Disorder

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Desvenlafaxine and Fetzima?

Desvenlafaxine contains Desvenlafaxine, while Fetzima contains Levomilnacipran Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.