Posted by MamaB on October 25, 2003, at 8:18:28
In reply to Re: Effexor replacement, any idea? » Bridge, posted by galkeepinon on October 24, 2003, at 3:20:11
>Hi,
I went from 3 years of a high dose of Effexor to Celexa 10mgm at bedtime, and Wellbutrin 200mgm twice a day and have found a far better quality of life than on the Effexor. I too just sort of felt "numbed out" on Effexor (Not depressed though), plus, I gained 50 lbs (which only added to the depression) Hope everything works out. MamaB
Hi, I was on and off Effexor for about 3+ years.
> You may need to give the Lamictal and Remeron more time to see if it helps you.
> May I ask how long you were on Effexor?
> Maybe consider going back on it if 'I felt somewhat numb to those feeling and after all it was working'
> I can see why you don't want to be numb necessarily, or maybe you do, rather I will say 'not feel severe night sweats, negative thoughts, agitation, and anxiety'.
> I take Lexparo and it has worked well for me.
> I would call your doctor/psychiatrist and ask him/her what your alternatives are.
> Hang in there, it will get better!
> Keep us posted:-)
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> > Hi, I got off effexor because of severe night sweat side effect. Now I'm on remeron and Lamictal, for about 2weeks and seems to be doing nothing. Negative thoughts and agitation, anxiety came back... now I'm thinking with Effexor I felt somewhat numb to those feeling and after all it was working. Please tell me any idea for replacement kind meds? I'm finding myself thinking I wud do people a favour if I dissapear...
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