LEVOMILNACIPRAN (Levomilnacipran) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

LEVOMILNACIPRAN

What is the Trade Name for LEVOMILNACIPRAN?

Levomilnacipran

What are the Indications for LEVOMILNACIPRAN?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Levomilnacipran is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Limitation of Use : Levomilnacipran extended-release capsules are not approved for the management of fibromyalgia. The efficacy and safety of levomilnacipran extended-release capsules for the management of fibromyalgia have not been established. Levomilnacipran is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) indicated for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adults (1) . Limitation of Use : Levomilnacipran extended-release capsules are not approved for the management of fibromyalgia. The efficacy and safety of levomilnacipran extended-release capsules for the management of fibromyalgia have not been established (1) .

 

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References: https://open.fda.gov/

 

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