Posted by T_R_D on October 28, 2003, at 9:55:47
In reply to My Story and Effexor - Suggestions please , posted by jeffrey on October 27, 2003, at 11:42:44
Hi jeffrey, when I was using Effexor at peak effectiveness I was on 375mg plus augmentation with Wellbutrin and a thyroid drug called Cytomel. There have been discussion on this board about not using Cytomel as it can screw up your Thyroid? Anyway, that was a really good combination for me for quite a while. I ended up going off the Effexor due to a rapid increase in some fairly rare side effects, even at a low dose (75mg.) So, buh-bye Effexor. I'm taking Wellby and Celexa now and feeling good.
It's always worht it to keep trying and adjusting. the generaly rule of thumb is that if there is any beneficial effect from taking a certain drug, you stick with it and play around until you can get the right dosage. Conversely, if a drug doesn't work you'll know right away. Maybe it just takes some experience with trying a fair amount of meds!
Good luck and keep sticking with it!
PS - I'm from Canada too (Toronto!) :)
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