Posted by KimberlyDi on February 3, 2004, at 17:39:56
In reply to Re: I'm afraid to go off Effexor,taking 1 1/2 year » KimberlyDi, posted by Semi-conscious on February 3, 2004, at 0:22:30
I'm on 100mg of Imipramine which I think almost qualifies as nothing. As to types of depression... I've been told that some people have situational depression and just need AD's as a crutch until they have learned, through therapy, etc., how to handle life's disappointments and problems on their own. Or to survive the worst of the grieving process for the loss of a loved one. The other seems to be a chemical imbalance in the brain which may need medication indefinately to stay balanced and sane.
I am a MOODY female right now, after several weeks off of Effexor. My mood swings keep me off-balance and I'm very unhappy. I feel emotionally out of control which is probably going to drive me back to the list of AD's for another try at it. One that won't kill me or my marriage (thru lack of sex drive).
I'm disappointed at my options.
But I withdrew off of Effexor safely. :)
KDi in TX
> Thank you for your response Kimberly!. What does it feel like to be Effexor free? Are you taking any meds now? I've been taking anti-depressant for about 9 years. Do you think I could go off all of them and be okay? I take 4 diferent kinds a day. Weren't anti-depressants intially intended for short term use and then it was suppose to have corrected the problem? Or am I condemned to being dependent on drugs for the rest of my life? You're probably not a Dr. but any information you might have re: those questions, I would be most grateful. Taylor
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