Effexor Questions (Page 15)

What are some of the side effects when you try to wean off of Effexor?

I’ve been on Effexor for 4 weeks now and have just been increased to a 75 mg dosage. Not seeing any benefits yet. However, should the time come that I need/want to wean off I’m a little concerned that several of you have commented on how hard it is to wean off. So I’m interested... read more

Effexor 37.5mg (venlafaxine HCL tablet)?

I have been taking Effexor for one week and since taking it feel extremely tired, so physically tired I can’t function or do anything. I also have some chest pains and slight headaches. Is this normal? My doctor suggested I take it every other day for a week. Will this help? I appreciate your... read more

On Effexor 37.5mg for 20 years?

I have been on Effexor 37.5mg daily for 20 years ,I was put on it for intrusive thoughts I started on 150mg and eventually I got it down to 37.5mg daily Doctor wants to put me on sertraline 50mg I’m afraid to switch medication after all these years can anybody advice me please I’m... read more

Effexor XR and high blood pressure?

I took Effexor XR for many years..well over ten years. Never took more than 75 mg. Last May I had a bleeding stroke due to high blood pressure. At the time I was taking a blood thinner and drugs like Advil and Aleve which may have contributed to the bleed. Because Effexor XR can and does raise... read more

I have a question about Rexulti with Effexor XR?

I have been on 300mg of Effexor XR for at least 15 years. All of a sudden, these past two weeks have me in a terrible slump of depression and anxiety. I can't eat, sleep, go anywhere and have bad thoughts. I would like to know if anyone out there has tried Rexulti with Effexor XR. As for side... read more

Anxiety - is it normal to crosstaper from a SSRI like fluvoxamine to Effexor?

Effexor - Doctor tried to taper me from 37.5mg to nothing. Anyone else experience this?

... (I’ve taken effexor for over 7 years) going 37.5mg at a time per week and yesterday it came time to cut it off altogether, and it was an absolute nightmare. I’ve experienced effexor withdrawals many, many times, but this was especially horrible knowing that my doctor intended for... read more

Effexor and sleepiness, How long does it last?

I started Effexor 37.5mg two days ago and I cannot stay awake. I take it at 4:30pm and sleep for hours and hours. I’m totally exhausted. Does this go away as my body adjusts to the medication?

Effexor XR - Missed dosage for two days?

I recently went two days without due tl pharmacy issues. I just took my 225mg, how long should it take for the brain zaps and upset stomach to go away?

Does Effexor XR cause weight gain and is it hard to get off the meds?

I have never taken a drug like this before am worried it will add weight to me, and if I start it and don't like it, is it hard to get off it?

How do I know if I got a bad batch of medication?

On several occasions, I know I took my effexor in the morning, but by evening, I am suffering symptoms of withdrawal (dizziness, anxiety attacks) becoming more severe throughout the night. I usually feel better a couple hours after taking my next dose in the morning. This has now happened to me... read more

I am currently on Effexor XR 112.5 mg?

I have been on Effexor for approximately 4 years, starting at 37.5 mg. When I consulted my mental health practitioner as to discontinuing Effexor after about 1 year , she replied " Why stop if it's helping you?" So I continued because I had good results . Now at 4 years in I want to... read more

Effexor XR and anxiety increase in first two weeks?

Wondering if anyone experienced increased anxiety in the first two to three weeks of taking Effexor?

Effexor - Has anyone who has ever had success with this med sweated so much?

Tried different meds for depression and anxiety and I guess I'm bipolar not sure my psyc doctorr just wants to mainly treat my symptoms without putting a name to it. She recently put me on Effexor XRr starting at 37.5 I'm also taking gabapentin and Seroquel only at night 100 mg and Xanax... read more

Is it possibile that venlafaxine ruined my health?

My psychiatrist decided that I should get off it. So I did. It was horrible I was in so much pain I don't even remember it well. It was too quick for me.. almost cold turkey. Then I started to have stomach problems and chronic pain. My anxiety got so bad I still have problems leaving my home.... read more