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  ...I had to go off of Effexor when I lost my health insurace after taking 300mg a day for three years.

The discontinuation rate for anorexia was 0.

  ...DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, Discontinuation of Treatment with Effexor XR, for a description of the risks of discontinuation of Effexor XR). I say this because I have been on Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft, and Lexpro. Who should not take Effexor XR Oral In a flexible-dose study, with Effexor doses in the range of 200 to 375 mg/day and mean dose greater than 300 mg/day, Effexor-treated patients had a mean increase in heart rate of 8. I started at a dose of 75 mg and was increased to a dose of 150 mg after 4 weeks.

Anyway, let the medicine adjust to your system.

  ...Effexor withdrawal Migraine - Reoccurring severe head pain usually with nausea, vomiting, dizziness, flashes or spots before the eyes, and ringing in the ears Has anyone come across anything that is helpful for a guy on Effexor whose libido has tanked I thought I had rage like everyone else, but realized that I never felt true rage until I was going off Effexor and experienced it as a side effect. I took 25 mg of meclizine 3 times daily for dizziness. Still saw a little There is no body of evidence available from controlled trials to indicate how long patients with major depressive disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, or panic disorder, should be treated with Effexor XR. No brain zaps this time (probably not on the effexor long enough), but felt extremely hung over, cried at the smallest thing (and I'm a male !!) and came down with a heavy cold. It was very effective between starting and stopping. I stopped taking it cold turkey & have been lucky to not have nearly as severe of problems so many here have had. She was a happy woman and left absolutely no trace of understanding why she did this. I was so desirous of relief that I had no trouble accepting the initial dizziness, headaches and sexual side effects. It took 8 weeks to come off of the ...
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  ...Weight loss and age GAIN. The withdrawal symptoms have been horrible. Ask a pharmacist about these programs! I've just come to understand that Effexor isn't going to "cure" my anxiety. 5m) along with Buspar (10m) for 5 days when I had to stop due to feeling even more anxiety than usual. 5 to 225 mg/day), of Social Anxiety Disorder (up to 12 weeks; dose range of 75 to 225 mg/day), and of panic disorder (up to 12 weeks; dose range of 37. Oh yea, I am kinda having a hard time thinking of certain words at times. I have since been on Zoloft 100 mgs a day for about a year for depression and anxiety. Plus I haven't had a night sweat since I've been off of it.

The Effexor made me feel like my old self again.

I HAD TO TAKE EFFEXOR BECAUSE OF MY DEPRESSION.

I sweated very heavily and always felt warm.

  ...I suspect that Effexor XR has caused me to gain and retain extra weight in the approx. Effexor shut off all of that background noise and I was able to think clearly and rationally. My dreams were 100% real to me and often very disturbing. I'm already very skinny so not eating is VERY BAD.

I was on this medication for almost 2 years.

I am going to try a slow ween off this stuff.

5 mgs to 75 mgs I didn't have any side effects.

  ...I HAVE BEEN REALLY SICK FOR 3 MONTHS AND WONDERING IF IT COULD BE THE EFFEXOR. Just reading through a good portion of the post makes me feel at ease. This can be caused by stimulants such as by caffeine or drugs or by mental anxiety and stress. My cholesterol level has increased to the point of asking to be taken off the medication. Or perhaps i'm missinterpretting their being brain-dead, lethargy, and "out-of-it" as fatique, weekness, and drowsiness. Effexor withdrawal - Urinary Incontinence – Urinating without intending to do so because of a weakening of the muscles in the hip area from the drug affecting the nerves or the drug blocking a persons thinking process. Does anybody else think it's weird that my spellcheck knows Prozac To end on an up note, I've lost 7. no second guessing everything and everyone. My doctor suggested starting to take 1 75MG pill every morning for 1 week, then go to 1 75MG pill in the morning, and one at night. Based on these limited data, it is not known whether or not the dose of Effexor/Effexor XR needed for maintenance treatment is identical to the dose needed to achieve an initial response. ...
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  ...Effexor XR - Side Effects & Drug Interactions Note in particular the following adverse events that occurred in at least 5% of the Effexor XR patients and at a rate at least twice that of the placebo group for 4 placebo-controlled trials for the panic disorder indication (Table 6): gastrointestinal complaints (anorexia, constipation, dry mouth), CNS complaints (somnolence, tremor), abnormalities of sexual function (abnormal ejaculation), and sweating. Since I began taking Effexor, I am more assertive and confident, and I no longer ruminate over negative or troubling thoughts. Cases with serum sodium lower than 110 mmol/L have been reported. I was on Effexor about 13 years ago and I actually lost about 10 pounds. Bottom line is none of the SSRIs or SNRIs (or anti-psychotics) did me a lick of good. I just started Effexor yesterday after seeing my doctor because of anxiety and panic attacks. I have not purged since the first week and I have not desire to binge. Patients should be monitored for these symptoms when discontinuing treatment. Instead of helping with the depression the medicine seems to increase the feeling of hopelessness. ...
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  ...I have been on Effexor for nearly 6 years. Any advice on ways people have overcome the withdrawl/side effects or how long it took them to feel normal again Ive been taking effexor xr for teeth grinding in my sleep. In that two month time my outlook changed completely for the better and I actually feel normal again.

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  ...I have been taking effexor of about 3 years. I also lost about 15 pounds because of my loss of appetite. He doubled it and now I find out he had me 75 mil. Also, you say you sound nuts, well dude, that's their freakin' job- to help people who are 'nuts'. The symptoms usually include changes in appetite, sleep habits, and mind/body coordination, decreased sex drive, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, difficulty concentrating, slowed thinking, and suicidal thoughts. While these events are generally self-limiting, there have been reports of serious discontinuation symptoms. Starting to notice that if I am even 30 minutes late taking my dose, I start to get this whooshing sound/feeling in my brain when I move my head. I could have just gotten off caffeine, and I would have felt 100% better. Then again Prozac is more likely to cause frequent urination than Effexor according to their site. If you're like me and trying to research the drug before you take it I hope you understand most viewpoints recorderd are the ones of people who have negative feelings towards this drug. Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping the medication completely. 5 for 10 days, at which time my supply will run out. 0 mg as needed has been the best mix I 've ever taken. 6% (number of men) (n=63) (n=52) (n=48) (n=56) ECG Changes: ...
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  ...I started Effexor XR early April 2004 at 37. I am blaming this on the meds, since things were not as bad before he was on this. Although the drugs worked I had real bad side effects loss of libido, inability to achieve orgasm, tremors and insomnia. Effexor XR Drug Information and Side Effects (Venlafaxine Hydrochloride) on HealthSquare. it has helped me with the energy issues caused by Effexor. So initially my doctor visit was to solve this issue, which is how the depression and anxiety came to light (and acceptance). 5mg and if anyone who has had success is weening off could possibly email me with their ways of getting through I would appreciate it. I was written up today for making six major errors at work (that cost the compan money) and as we were discussing them today, I honestly had no memory of two of them ever happening!!! So, in a few days I'm seeing my doctor and getting off this crap for good. ...
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  ...Effexor withdrawal - Blood Cholesterol Increased – An abnormal condition where there is a greater amount in the blood of the oily/fatty substances known as cholesterol. " Pardon the frank talk, but with Effexor I can get a rock hard onsomething that did not occur on Zoloft. The prescriber or health professional should instruct patients, their families, and their caregivers to read the Medication Guide and should assist them in understanding its contents. Weight loss and age, I have been off effexor for almost 2 months and excersise regularly and have not lost pound ! ! ! You should consult your doctor before combining Effexor with other drugs that affect the central nervous system, including lithium, migraine medications known as triptans, narcotic painkillers, sleep aids, weight-loss products such as phentermine, tranquilizers, antipsychotic medicines, and other antidepressants that affect serotonin, such as fluoxetine and paroxetine. Serotonin syndrome symptoms may include mental status changes (e. And to tell you the truth I'm pretty desperate for relief. ...
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  ...Also, I have not gone off effexor yet and have no idea about the side-effects there. Even then, for the first 3 days or so, I was very weepy. But I don't feel I am ready to stop taking the meds.

I've been off for about 2 months and I feel good.

Effexor withdrawal Sweating Increased - A large quantity of perspiration that is medically caused. Serious, sometimes fatal reactions have occurred when Effexor is used in combination with other drugs known as MAO inhibitors, including the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate. Im really scared now for the withdrawl! Effexor withdrawal Indigestion - Unable to properly consume and absorb food in the digestive tract causing constipation, nausea, stomach ache, gas, swollen belly, pain and general discomfort or sickness. As a result, a person can become irritable, have difficulty concentrating and feel a lack of energy. I did completely lose all interest in sex and began to believe that I was asexual at this stage in my life. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start taking this drug at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. My advice is if you need this medication (Effexor) then try it. They don't list this on the side effects list!!!! ...
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  ...I started on Effexor SR last year on 150 mg. I'm going into week number three with no effexor.

Also, years ago, I was taking a lot of ecstacy.

  ...Effexor withdrawal - Pressure of Speech – A condition where the individual cannot voice his ideas fast enough with the pressure of there being not enough time to say it. I have suffered from depression for 12 years and have taken multiple medications over the years. If Effexor is taken shortly before delivery, the baby may suffer withdrawal symptoms. Effexor Blog "I just got prescribed venlafaxine 2 days ago, and haven't started yet. Effexor XR is not approved for use in pediatric patients. I have felt a bit fuzzy, and gettign to sleep last night was hell. placebo-controlled trials, the following additional events occurred in at least 5% of Effexor XR-treated patients (n = 192) and at a rate at least twice that of the placebo group: Abnormalities of sexual function (impotence in men, I noticed that when I miss a dose or don't take it at my regular time schedule in the morning, I feel 'vibrations' which is not horrible, it's more annoying than anything. I think Effexor has helped much with those. Also, allow at least 7 days between the last dose of Effexor and the first dose of an MAO inhibitor. Discontinuation of Effexor XR should be considered in patients with symptomatic hyponatremia and appropriate medical intervention should be instituted. At first it gave me racing heartbeat, and vivid dreams. TWO MONTHS LATER I WAS BACK ON EFFEXOR XR. I have had to call out of work because I am so dizzy. ...
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  ...Some people should not take EFFEXOR XR. Once I was used to the drug, I felt okay, but everytime I got the dosage bumped up I went through the same thing. My insides have completely quit working. I have SEVERE joint pain, SEVERE tightness in chest, swelling, sweats, hotflashes, flu-like symptons, constipation, lack of sex drive, dry mouth, yawning, vision problems and "lock" jaw. i went from 135 to 170 and cannot lose the ejaculation (1%, 0%). another reason!!! Thank you everyone!! Though the literature says these are rare side effects, it happens. I've had minor weight gain but that's not my real concern. I'm exausted at the end of the day and all I do is sit at a desk and walk around an office. Have been off Effexor XR for 4 years and still have voices and Paranoia. Miss a dose, some slight anxiety - but again, nothing like the daily diet of SideFX from chemo, etc. In the winter 150mg is great, but I was thinking maybe 150mg is too high for the summer. He said he didn't know - it is different for everybody. Events for which the Effexor incidence was equal to or less than placebo are not listed in the table, but included the following: abdominal pain, pain, back pain, flu syndrome, fever, palpitation, increased appetite, myalgia, arthralgia, amnesia, hypaesthesia, rhinitis pharyngitis, sinusitis cough increased urinary tract infection and dysmenorrhoea 3 ...
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  ...EFFEXOR XR: What are the possible side effects of EFFEXOR XR How should you take Effexor Effexor (generic: venlafaxine) is one of the newer medications available to treat depression. Wyeth warns of kid suicide risk with Effexor Effexor must be taken 2 or 3 times daily. What are the ingredients in EFFEXOR XR Weight loss and age on Effexor. Patients who are started on therapy should be observed closely for clinical worsening, suicidality, or unusual changes in behavior. Nevertheless, the physician who elects to use Effexor/Effexor XR for extended periods should periodically re-evaluate the long-term usefulness of the drug for the individual patient (see After a year of being on the medication, my doctor reccomended that I begin weaning off of effexor. i am on effexor also though so that could be why - it could be balancing it out a bit.

I have seen some side effects that I dont like.

  ...Effexor withdrawal - Loose Stools – The bowel movement is runny instead of formed. I felt fleeting suicidal urges for the first week, but after that I was fine. Serious, almost constant attacks of vertigo and 'brain zaps' have kept me house-bound, unable to drive or work, and frequently even unable to walk unaided. placebo-controlled trials for major depressive disorder, the following were also common events leading to discontinuation and were considered to be drug-related for Effexor XR-treated patients (% Effexor XR n = 192 , % Placebo n = 202 ): hypertension (1%, 1%); diarrhea (1%, 0%); paresthesia (1%, 0%); tremor (1%, 0%); abnormal vision, mostly blurred vision (1%, 0%); and abnormal, mostly delayed, ejaculation (1%, 0%). What's going on Effexor withdrawal Lipoma - A tumor of mostly fat cells that is not health endangering. Effexor helped with my depression after loosing my beloved dog of 15 years. He then gave me Wellbutrin to take with the Zoloft. ...
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  ...After two apathy-producing, weight-gaining rounds of Zoloft, I was intoduced to Effexor. Here are the bad long term side effects: -i became lethargic (maybe a little depressed). I gained a tremendous amount of weight and my legs/ankles swelled to the point I could not get my shoes on. I had an enormous urge on the 3rd day being on effexor, and it is coming on ever since daily. Bear in mind I only took the drug for a month and a half!!! I stopped abruptly once I felt the drug was never going to settle down and work for me. Now i am scared to take it again and scared to not have it. I am also taking the barley grass powder-1tbs- at the same times. It may be of interest if you gather together some of the professional Effexor drug information sheets and go through the side-effect/adverse effect listings carefully. It made me feel very drowsy, but I had trouble falling and staying asleep. and weight gain, just to get a calm state of mind. I have 3 years and 9 months to go with the tamoxifin and hope that after that I can wean myself off the effexor. ...
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  ...Effexor withdrawal - Night Sweats – The water-salt, waste product the skin releases is called sweat or perspiration. You may click on the link and read the messages as a Forum Guest. I've been on effexor 75 mg for over a year now to counteract the side-effects of tamoxifin (for I was on Paxil and Serzone, neither of which was really effective for me. Hi I read your comment about taking effexor. If anyone reading this has bi-polar disorder and has a doctor advising them to take Effexor I would recommend seeking other treatment options. The migraine pain didn't go away with time either, so again, this med was stopped. It took me a long time to make the connection and realize it was the Effexor. Although my mood improved and I was no longer agitated, I did notice that my weight began increasing. Don't remember who the writer is, but I'm going to try it this way, since I have a bottle of prozac 20 mg. ...
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  ...Would this term also cover the effect you are experiencing Google: venlafaxine parosmia; to get quickly to these effexor drug info sheets. I've been told by two doctors that there are no tests to check if I even have a chemical imbalance. 6% Urogenital System Abnormal ejaculation/ orgasm 0. I now have to use a pill box marked with the days of the week so that I can remember if I took my medication or not. That was the worst thing he could've ever done to me! Within four months of being off of Effexor, my world came crashing in. I was on effexor about 3 years ago for a year and it took me a solid 1 1/2 months to quit going through the Effexor withdrawal Alopecia - The loss of hair or baldness. In dialysis patients, venlafaxine elimination half-life was prolonged by about 180% and clearance was decreased by about 56%.

I look forward to actually feeling things again.

  ...I have tried many things. Regular MD said doctors give effexor to cancer patients to help them gain weight.

i also see double after just 2 glasses of wine.

  ...Effexor withdrawal - Skin Ulcer – An open sore or infected skin eruption with swelling, redness, pus, and irritation. Effexor Oral Precautions When missing a dose, I am dizzy tired and moody.

5 mg/day as a single dose with food for 4-7 days.

  ...I am taking Effexor 75mg for depression/anxiety. I went to my Dr and he prescribed Effexor for my depression & stress. My emotions were somewhat blunted as well. In fact, in coming off of Effexor, the withdrawal side effects are more severe than most AD/SSRI/SNRIs/MRIs out there. I have been on Effexor XR 150 mg for 4 months now, I am wondering. I was aware of how quickly the medical community resorts to drugs - the drug companies must sponsor the med schools. I have been on Effexor 75 XR for approximately 18 months and have gained about 20 lbs. A further suicide attempt landed me back in the hospital where the Effexor dose was increased to 300mg. The conditions and duration of exposure to venlafaxine in both development programs varied greatly, and included (in overlapping categories) open and double-blind studies, uncontrolled and controlled studies, inpatient (Effexor only) and outpatient studies, fixed-dose, and titration studies. I've also talked with 2 other people who have gone off effexor and didn't have any problems. Counteract anything with exercise, yoga, long walk/talk with husband & the Westie.

HMMMM could it be that every one is different.

  ...Abstract: SSRIs & Sexual Dysfunction (Paxil, Zoloft, Effexor) My doctor is getting me started with Effexor XR very slowly.

I wonder if doctors take this stuff themselves.