Posted by Dim_Light_Shining on August 20, 2006, at 23:09:58
In reply to Re: Horrible drug, posted by BB1969 on August 12, 2006, at 8:50:31
Hello all,
I was on Effexor a few years ago for about 12 months and it worked wonderfully, with no side effects whatsoever. I was able to discontinue it with no immediate problems; however, I've had several episodes of depression since then and finally decided to go back on meds.
I've been back on Effexor (only 37.5 mg. at this point) for only a few days now, so I'm not noticing any change in my mood yet, but instead a number of side effects. I'm dizzy, lightheaded, have restless legs (always did, but I'm really dancing now) and sexual side effects (a little more info than I wanted to share, but alas!).
I really don't want to get into switching medications around searching for a suitable one...it is a bit frustrating, as it worked so well for me the first time around. Does anyone know why this might be, or have a similar experience? Any suggestions for coping with restless legs or the lack of normal "appetites"? Might these effects improve or go away once I've gotten used to having the drug in my system?
Thanks very much.
poster:Dim_Light_Shining
thread:13781
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