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SNRIs

SNRIs are to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, diabetic neuropathy, fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal conditions, and panic disorder. They work by increasing levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain to improve mood and reduce sensations of pain.

Why are snris prescribed?

  1. Depression (38%)
  2. Anxiety (31%)
  3. Diabetic Neuropathy (17%)
  4. Panic Disorder (12%)
  5. PTSD (1%)
  6. Fibromyalgia (0%)
  7. Musculoskeletal Conditions (0%)

Key takeaways

Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. Some can also treat certain types of pain. SNRIs work by increasing the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine, two chemicals that help regulate mood and pain. Common SNRIs include duloxetine (Cymbalta), venlafaxine (Effexor XR), and desvenlafaxine (Pristiq). You can discuss with your healthcare provider to find the best option for you.

Prices for popular SNRIs medications
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Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is a moderately priced drug used to treat depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia, and nerve pain associated with diabetes (diabetic peripheral neuropathy). It is more popular than comparable drugs. As of 2013, it is available in generic and brand versions. The most common version of Cymbalta is covered by 62% of insurance plans at a co-pay of $60.00-$87.50, however, some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Venlafaxine ER (Effexor XR) is a moderately priced drug used to treat depression. It is also used to treat general anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. This drug is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic form. Generic venlafaxine ER is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) is an expensive drug used to treat depression. This drug is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. A generic form of Pristiq may become available in 2022. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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venlafaxine

as low as$8
Venlafaxine is an inexpensive drug used to treat depression. It works by increasing the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine available in the brain. It is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. Venlafaxine is only available as a generic drug; all brands have been discontinued. Generic venlafaxine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
DULOXETINE treats depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia, and certain types of chronic pain such as nerve, bone, or joint pain. It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, hormones that help regulate mood and pain. It belongs to a group of medications called SNRIs.
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Savella

as low as$496
MILNACIPRAN treats fibromyalgia. It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, substances that help regulate mood and pain. It belongs to a group of medications called SNRIs.
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Fetzima

as low as$510
LEVOMILNACIPRAN treats depression. It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, substances that help regulate mood. It belongs to a group of medications called SNRIs.
DESVENLAFAXINE treats depression. It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, substances that help regulate mood. It belongs to a group of medications called SNRIs.
Levomilnacipran ER is part of the SNRIs class and treats Depression. SNRIs are to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, diabetic neuropathy, fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal conditions, and panic disorder. They work by increasing levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain to improve mood and reduce sensations of pain. Levomilnacipran ER is only available as a generic drug.
Milnacipran is part of the SNRIs class and treats Fibromyalgia. SNRIs are to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, diabetic neuropathy, fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal conditions, and panic disorder. They work by increasing levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain to improve mood and reduce sensations of pain. Milnacipran is only available as a generic drug.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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