Posted by dove on December 29, 2004, at 11:34:27
In reply to Re: Effexor is fine for me..., posted by not2late4u on December 28, 2004, at 19:51:10
I have been on Effexor for a couple of years and it has helped me greatly--even enormously. However, if you haven't tried other meds and ADs I *strongly* advise you to do so before trying this one. I have taken a boat-load of meds and have never been on one so unforgiving in my life! I'm on 225 mg per day and if I miss even 35 mgs I end up sicker than a dying dog, and I'm not kidding!
The only time I've been able to go off of Effexor is when I've been pregnant and was hospitalized and drugged up to the point of oblivion. I really did not want to have to restart this med after I had my last baby, but other meds have not worked. Additionally, it is a very expensive med, and the cost can be quite a burden when you no longer receive doc samples or have insurance with a large copay. Just must humble opinion, try other meds first and use Effexor as a last resort.
dove
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