Posted by Reets612 on June 8, 2001, at 1:52:22
Hi all, I was taking Effexor for about 15 months when I finally decided to wean myself off.My doctor had prescribed it for me because she said I probably was suffering from Seasonal Affects Disorder(SAD). At first I got immediate relief within 6 weeks. Then eventually, I felt like I was on cruise control and didn't care about things that were important to handle. It was like I had just become completely apathetic about everything. I had very little sex drive and was no longer able to have normal orgasms.
I weaned myself off very slowly and started adding in Valerian, Sam-E and 5HTP. That was about 1 month ago and I still find myself losing my temper and getting upset at things that would have just been annoying even before starting Effexor. Also, I have non stop back and hip pain and have been seing a chiropractor and my doctor for the pain. I am wondering now if maybe the pain is a side effect of Effexor. I also have short term memory loss and I always have had a very good memory.
I was just wondering if anyone else out there has had similar experiences. Also, I was wondering if anyone can tell me about a lawsuit against the manufacturers of Effexor.
Thanks, Rita
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