Posted by Snoozy on June 2, 2003, at 23:42:02
In reply to NEW TO BOARD NEW TO ADS NEED HELP, posted by ROVER on June 2, 2003, at 14:04:06
Hi -
It usually takes several weeks for an AD to work. Some of the ADs are better for depression with insomnia, and others are better for depression with hypersomnolence.
But if you decide to stop taking Effexor, don't do it cold turkey - the withdrawl can be miserable. Taper off slowly. I'm not trying to scare you - Effexor does work well for many people. Unfortunately, a lot of drs haven't gotten the message that you need to taper.
(The reason the withdrawl can be bad is because Effexor has a short half-life compared to other ADs, not because it's "addictive". I bring this up because it's something that can be avoided.)
If you find the Effexor doesn't work, there are many other medications that can be tried, so don't give up hope!
Good luck.
poster:Snoozy
thread:230834
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