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At 112.5 mg on Effexor XR generic should I increase dose?
I am on 112.5 mg of generic Effexor for 3 weeks now and so far things have been going up and down at this dose. Basically, one day will be very high anxiety and the next will be depression and on another day it will be a mix of the two or one or the other acting up and fading through out the day.... read more
What will happen if I miss two doses of mirtazapine?
I ran out of mirtazapine (30mg per day) which I take for severe anxiety along with Effexor and forgot to pick it up last night so I had to miss that dose, and so I picked it up today but I just went to take it and I think I forgot it at the till when I bought groceries and had it with me, and now... read more
Is it common to lose weight with Effexor ?
I’m on my 5th month with Effexor , doing really good after going through a very hard time at the beginning, adjusting to the medication was no fun but I was able to manage it . Anyway, I have lost about 15 -20 pounds since I stopped lexapro and started Effexor . Has anybody else experienced this ? I... read more
Has anybody had success with Effexor XR and Mirtazapine?
I have just started on Effexor XR (75mg) today along with 30mg mirtazapine. I’m currently an inpatient on a psychiatric ward! I am praying this works for MDD Any success stories PLEASE?
Venlafaxine - What dosage is everyone on?
Venlafaxine - what dosage does everyone take on Effexor XR? My depression is back somewhat and I'm already on 300 mg. I was fine for a while! Answers would really reassure me right now. Thanks in advance!
Effexor XR (venlafaxine) 225mg?
My doctor has just increased my Effexor XR (venlafaxine) to 225mg, I find that every time there is a increase I suffer more anxiety and agitation,Is this normally what happens when this drug is increased. Any feedback would be really helpful. Thanks
Is it possible to experience withdrawal symptoms in between doses of Effexor XR?
I take 75mg of Effexor XR every day in the morning. Towards the afternoon/evening I tend to experience hot flashes, dizziness, nausea, headaches, irritability, and flu-like sensations (I feel as if I’m sick). I looked up the symptoms online and discovered these are symptoms that one experiences w... read more
Struggling to focus or concentrate on venlafaxine?
I've been on Effexor XL 75 mg slow release for about six months for depression. Sertraline, citalopram, and mirtazapine never worked, but I'm better than I've ever been in my life now on venlafaxine and haven't had to up the dose. It's probably the most 'stable' I've ever been. My question is: does... read more
Heartburn and something to take along side Effexor?
I have been taking Effexor 150mg for a few years and after talking to my doctor, she feels that I should up my dosage. I started taking the 150mg and 37.5mg together. Ever since I made the adjustment (approx 3 weeks ago) I've been experiencing heart burn daily. I don't usually get heartburn so I'm... read more
Side effects of Effexor may include: Abnormal ejaculation/orgasm?
I have been on Effexor for about 12 years now. The statement "Side effects of Effexor may include: Abnormal ejaculation/orgasm" cought my attention. Can someone go into more depth about this?
How does effexor affect sexual desire or orgasm?
some or alot of antidepressants take away the desire to have sex or the ability to have an orgasm
Can effexor be used for pain control / fibromyalgia and if so, at what dose?
With a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, I want to know what is the maximum dosage of Effxr possible that can be beneficial if already using 225mg?
How do I switch from Effexor XR 300 mg to Cymbalta with minimum side effects. My Dr. gave me?
... samples of Cymbalta after I complained that Effexor didn't seem to be working anymore
Is it ok to take prescription drugs & vitamins all at once or should they be spaced over the day?
The prescription drugs I am presently taking are: Tamoxifen (20 mg/day), Effexor (75/day), Savella (50 mg-2x/day), and Vitamin D (50,000 iu/week). The vitamins are: Multivitamin (1x/day), Calcium with Vitamin D (600 mg-500 iu/1x/day), Vitamin E (400 iu-1x/day), Vitamin C with Rose Hips (500... read more
How to switch from Cymbalta 60mg to 150mg Effexor XR?
Im on Cymbalta 60mg and im going to be switching back to Effexor 150mg but im wondering how do i do it? I have no cymbalta left so tomorrow do i just take the effexor in its place? Thanks.
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