Posted by jaby on May 18, 2004, at 16:00:06
In reply to CLASS ACTION SUIT NEEDED FOR EFFEXOR XR, posted by elvenfae on May 18, 2004, at 13:12:18
I am sorry for the problems you have had with effexor. I had no problems using it or getting off myself. I know a friend that swears by it. I have seen all of the bad posts here too. I think what everyone really needs to realize is that you are taking a very big risk each time you try any of these medications (that would be about 25 for me). The side effect lists you read are condensed from a huge host of symptoms since we all react diffently. You really need to ask yourself if you're willing to take the risk.
So long as you and your baby are doing okay (I sincerely hope)I would concentrate on continuing to get better rather than letting something like a lawsuit distract you and generate negative feelings. Easier said than done in your case, but now that you guys are out of the grips of effexor, don't let it hold your progress back.
I also think that such lawsuits potentially put the FDA in a tough spot which only slows the approval process of the drugs we need. Unfortunately what could be the silver bullet for some is poison for others. I think we all wish we knew why.
It has taken me a very long time and a multitude of strange side effects to get to where I am now and my life is good, real good.
Wishing you the best.
poster:jaby
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