Venlafaxine - I upped my dose from 75mg to 150mg 10 days ago?

Hi 2 ! How are you doing ? I upped my dose from 75mg to 150mg yesterday . I’m also feeling a bit more anxious and even a bit depressed , I know these are usual side effect that most likely go away ... how are you doing ? Did the increased dose finally kicked in and you are feeling better ? Best .

2much; Yes both the answers are very good from my friends just wanted you to know that it is very common when the dose is increased to have that Anxiety come back hard for a few days and then a few weeks to reach the blood level. Don't increase it until you have talked to the doctor again and at least 2 weeks. Everything you are saying is very normal and it should get better soon. Just hang in there and try not to focus too much on the thoughts going through your head. As soon as they start to act up try to think of something else you enjoy. hope you get to feeling better very soon.

Hi, 2! You may have as much as another couple weeks before you feel the full effects of the increased dose, although it could kick in much sooner Try to be patient as it sounds as if the side effects are already wearing off. If your anxiety is already decreasing you might want to avoid *fast fix* sedatives such as Xanax as they are highly addictive, especially if you have any history of substance abuse.
Best regards and remember, try to be patient. It will be well worth your effort.

Hi 2much2handle-
You may want to give it a few more weeks. If after a month of the increased dose you are still having symptoms you are unable to deal with call your doctor for possible options. You can also ask for a short term anti-anxiety med until the Venlafaxine kicks in.
I hope it all gets better for you soon.