Posted by Gummybear on December 28, 2003, at 14:59:56
In reply to Re: Effexor XR - I'm new! Please help...., posted by Cali7772003 on December 28, 2003, at 5:13:00
Hi, I am 23 years old and have developped GAD and major depression about 4 weeks ago. I have since been on Effexor XR at 37.5mg for one week, 75mg for another week, and now 150mg.
When I increased my dose from 75mg to 150mg, I have started to get uncontrollable muscle twitches. It's really scaring me.... Do these go away????? They are not major but the worst part is that they are uncontrollable... have I messed up my nervous system somehow??? Please help....
Also, I wake up constantly during the night - I think this is from the Effexor XR.... does this also go away???? Will I ever be able to sleep again???
The Doctor has prescribed 25mg of Seroquel at night, which I have been taking... can this drug have serious side effects on such a low dose??? it's an anti-phsycotic drug which I am very reluctant in taking.
Please any help would be greatly appreciated??? Do this problems go away with time??? It's only been 4 weeks.... thanks,
G. Bear.
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