Posted by ClubSoda on April 23, 2007, at 15:06:21
In reply to Will Effexor cause alcohol cravings or weight gain, posted by Cynthia_Greene on April 20, 2007, at 15:07:26
I think the Effexor helped me *not* think about or crave alcohol. I was on Effexor when I started a 12-step program and because my mind wasn't constantly whirling I didn't obsess on alcohol as much. About 5 years later I had to go off Effexor because of insurance and job problems and that's when I wanted to drink. Just from the anxiety and stuff from the Effexor withdrawl.
I gained weight while on Effexor, but I don't think it was all the drugs fault. It didn't give me the energy it gives some people. It just made me feel sort of numb, but in control of my thoughts.
Mark
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