FETZIMA vs PRISTIQ

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. FETZIMA and PRISTIQ 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	FETZIMA	PRISTIQ
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	~$115.24 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LEVOMILNACIPRAN HYDROCHLORIDE	DESVENLAFAXINE SUCCINATE
Manufacturer	Abbvie	Pf Prism Cv
Dosage forms	Capsule, extended release, Kit	Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor	Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Half-life	about 12 hours	—
Treats	Major Depressive Disorder	Major Depressive Disorder

fetzima pristiq

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

~$115.24 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LEVOMILNACIPRAN HYDROCHLORIDE

DESVENLAFAXINE SUCCINATE

Manufacturer

Abbvie

Pf Prism Cv

Dosage forms

Capsule, extended release, Kit

Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 12 hours

—

Treats

Major Depressive Disorder

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Fetzima and Pristiq?

Fetzima contains Levomilnacipran Hydrochloride, while Pristiq contains Desvenlafaxine Succinate — 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.