savella

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What is savella?

Generic Name: milnacipran
Other Brand Names: milnacipran
Milnacipran affects certain chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters. An abnormality in these chemicals is thought to be related to fibromyalgia. Milnacipran is not used to treat depression but how it works in the body is similar to how some antidepressants work.
Milnacipran is used to treat a chronic pain disorder called fibromyalgia.
Milnacipran may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Posts on savella (110)

I just saw a neurologist specialist because I thought that I had some neuro disease like Hu...
Hi. I was on Lexapro 10mg and PA took me off to start me on Savella. I have had extreme d...
I am on day 11 of the Savella titration pack. I took Lexapro for many years prior to this ...
On day 12 of the sample pack for Savella. This is the fourth day of 2x/50 mg. I have ha...
I have been taking Lexapro for six to eight months and now I am having extreme fatigue and ...
I am very upset this morning as I woke up with a skin rash all over my arms, chest & legs (...
I have been taking Lexapro for six to eight months and now I am having extreme fatigue and ...

Journals about savella(3)

Break-through with the doc!


by mommyandwife, Nov 05, 2009 12:00AM
He actually called me back himself-personally-to talk about my new med Savella. He sa...

First 24 hours on Savella


by Sheilathatsme, May 06, 2009 07:49PM - 1 Comment
When starting Savella you begin your first dose in the evening. So, I actually began l...

Savella


by Sheilathatsme, May 05, 2009 06:52PM - 4 Comments
I saw my Rheumatologist today and he wants me to try Savella. He gave me a starter pac...

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