Posted by Lumina on March 24, 2003, at 19:21:59
I started taking Effexor XR around six weeks ago, after trying almost every SSRI, plus Wellbutrin and Serezone. At 225 mgs, I've had virtually no side effects (but virtually no relief). 10 days ago, I suddenly developed Restless Leg Syndrome, most likely a result of the Effexor. I am weaning myself off the Effexor and am now down to 150 mgs. My PCP has referred me to a psychiatrist and prescribed Ambien to help me sleep through the RLS. Ambien works great, but only for four hours and, of course, only at night. The crawling sensation forces me to stand at work. My depression tells me to stay in bed; the RLS tells me to walk constantly. I still have two days until my appointment with the pyschiatrist and I am extremely uncomfortable. My doctor doesn't seem to know what to do, and fears this is a long-term condition awakened by the medication (I have a history of kicking, frequent myoclonic twitches, and teeth grinding). How long will this last and what can I do in the meantime?
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