Posted by E-Lee on March 16, 2004, at 0:28:42
In reply to Re: constant scratching, posted by Minh in Vietnam on March 15, 2004, at 23:34:20
> > Has anyone experienced constant scratching on Efexor? My back is torn apart from scratching since I started it.
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> I am glad to hear I am not alone! I have taken Effexor (100mg bid) since it was first introduced to the US market. I itched like a mangy ape and had occasional skin eruptions - like a pubescent teenager.
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> I found relief by taking a Benadryl capsule each evening prior to bedtime.
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> Consult with your physician. Some of them recommend Allegra. A little $$$, though.
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> Good luck.Wow, that is strange because I too experienced severe itching to the point where I would be up all night scratching like crazy. I really thought it was just dry skin - never even thought it was a side effect of effexor. If it is any consolation though - I have been on effexor since September and my itching has finally subsided about a month ago. Hopefully it is gone for good. So maybe there is a light at the end of the tunnel for you as well. In the meantime, I was using Eucerin moisturizer and that seemed to help a great deal.
Good Luck!
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