Are there any side effects when tapering off?
Can Effexor increase blood pressure?
Question posted by malsajo on 19 Aug 2021
Last updated on 19 August 2021 by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
19 Aug 2021
Hi, malsajo!
"Common (1% to 10% of users): Hypertension/increased blood pressure"
As with any antidepressant there may be some discontinuation symptoms if you withdraw too quickly. Withdrawal should always be done with a tapering dose schedule provided by your doctor.
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