Posted by Alex on August 15, 1999, at 20:06:03
In reply to Re: Effexor and "the squigglies", posted by Paul on August 14, 1999, at 15:54:16
> > I feel a little like that, too, but I kind of enjoy it. Not really, but it fits in well enough with what I do, so I can't complain too much. Well, look at it this way: for me, Effexor was part of a life saving combination, so anything short of growing new arms is bearable.
> >
> > On the other hand, it's just about killed my appetite, so we're getting different side effects. The squigglies, as you call it, seem to go away for me after a week or so. Maybe that will happen to you too.
> >
> > Good luck.
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> Julie,
> Have you read about pindolol-a beta blocker on psych. tips. It might help, or inderal. I'm having the same probs. as Racer no appetie on Effexor and profound fatigue. I'm gonna maybe try asking doc to add a little Remeron to boost appetite. Hope this helps. Paul
Paul,
Just my 2 cents on the Remeron: I just gave it a try, and it definitely boosted my appetite HUGELY at the lower doseage. The other side effect, though, which really affected my decision to switch meds yet again, was that it really knocked me out, regardless of dose. So if you're already experiencing fatigue, Remeron might not be the best choice, although I must say the higher dose wasn't nearly as bad. I don't remember Effexor making me tired, though--in fact, it made me feel like I was on speed or something. Good luck!
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