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Posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 3, 2002, at 11:24:48
In reply to Re:Withdrawl » Kenneth Copeland, posted by zinya on December 2, 2002, at 17:39:17
When I first started taking the medicine, I noticed the typical side effects which were feeling tired and maybe the occasional nausea but that lasted about a week. Then I went from the starting dose 37.5 to 75mg. I feel ok when I am on this stuff except for the occasional cloudy feeling, increased heart rate and absolutely no sex drive at all..Man I wonder what the people taking 150,250 mg feel like..I wish the withdrawls wre like the side effects I experienced when I first started because at least it would have been easier stopping..
Posted by japonica on December 3, 2002, at 11:58:50
In reply to Re: Effexor XR? Successful but very ugly! » Dan L, posted by zinya on December 2, 2002, at 15:15:23
I continue to be somewhat the odd man out in the Effexor arena. I've been on it for 2 months (currently @75mg.). My experience has been positive from the start and continues to be so.
I do occasionally forget a dose. I typically take it mid-morning. When I have taken the forgotten dose at bedtime this does tend to slightly disrupt my sleep. Effexor energizes me; I don't suffer any sleepiness at all.
I have also gone as long as 36 hours without a dose and experience absolutely no symptoms at all.
I continue to lose weight (not a bad thing); I am very focused at work ( I am a technical writer); my depression is virtually non-existent; and my anxiety is well under control.
As I've stated in previous posts, I have tried other anti-depressants with varying degrees of success for many years. Effexor has been the best.
In the interest of fairness, beginning the medication somewhat coincided with the separation from my emotionally unavailable alcoholic husband of 20 years (my decision). That in itself has had a positive impact on my outlook.
My point is I, thus far, have *nothing* negative to say about this medication.
As always, thanks to all who take the time here to be supportive. I find the information here to be invaluable.
Best to all -japonica
Posted by TLove on December 4, 2002, at 9:50:15
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
Will I lose any weight, will I lose my appetite? I don't feel sick and I took my first pill about 4 hours ago.
Posted by TLove on December 4, 2002, at 11:09:34
In reply to Re: Permanently damaged!!!!!!!!!, posted by emerald may on December 2, 2002, at 3:22:24
about the weight, I don't mean to sound like that's the only thing good that would come of this medicine, but it would just help things out a little :)
Posted by jammin on December 4, 2002, at 12:21:04
In reply to Re: Effexor XR? Successful but very ugly !-zinya, posted by japonica on December 3, 2002, at 11:58:50
Japonica,
Thanks for positive feedback. I just got off of Paxil about a month ago, but I was experiencing very high hostility towards everyone especially when alcohol was involved.I told my doctor I would like to try something else, and Effexor XR was suggested.
> I continue to be somewhat the odd man out in the Effexor arena. I've been on it for 2 months (currently @75mg.). My experience has been positive from the start and continues to be so.
>
> I do occasionally forget a dose. I typically take it mid-morning. When I have taken the forgotten dose at bedtime this does tend to slightly disrupt my sleep. Effexor energizes me; I don't suffer any sleepiness at all.
>
> I have also gone as long as 36 hours without a dose and experience absolutely no symptoms at all.
>
> I continue to lose weight (not a bad thing); I am very focused at work ( I am a technical writer); my depression is virtually non-existent; and my anxiety is well under control.
>
> As I've stated in previous posts, I have tried other anti-depressants with varying degrees of success for many years. Effexor has been the best.
>
> In the interest of fairness, beginning the medication somewhat coincided with the separation from my emotionally unavailable alcoholic husband of 20 years (my decision). That in itself has had a positive impact on my outlook.
>
> My point is I, thus far, have *nothing* negative to say about this medication.
>
> As always, thanks to all who take the time here to be supportive. I find the information here to be invaluable.
>
> Best to all -japonica
Posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 6, 2002, at 10:13:56
In reply to Re: Effexor XR? Successful but very ugly !-zinya, posted by jammin on December 4, 2002, at 12:21:04
I tried to come off of Effexor By Decreaseing my dose as I had written in other posts..Well that did not work because the withdrawl effects came back.I called my doctor and now he wants to put me Wellbutrin for 30 days at 2 doses a day..Does this work? Can I quit this stuff after the 30 Days?..Now what? I need some feedback please..
Posted by japonica on December 6, 2002, at 10:44:04
In reply to Re:Anyone Heard Of Wellbutrin?, posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 6, 2002, at 10:13:56
Hi Kenneth. If you go to this page on Dr. Bob's site http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/ you'll find a link for bupropion (Wellbutrin). These threads discuss all aspects of Wellbutrin just like ours discuss Effexor.
Good luck - japonica
Posted by freudiangarterbelt on December 7, 2002, at 9:19:18
In reply to Re:Anyone Heard Of Wellbutrin?, posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 6, 2002, at 10:13:56
Welbutrin will help you stop smoking. Tell you Dr. that recent studies have shown the use of ssri's will greatly reduce the excitation of your mental funny bone--bzzzzzzzzzt.
Posted by Geezer on December 7, 2002, at 9:44:51
In reply to Re:Anyone Heard Of Wellbutrin?, posted by freudiangarterbelt on December 7, 2002, at 9:19:18
> Welbutrin will help you stop smoking. Tell you Dr. that recent studies have shown the use of ssri's will greatly reduce the excitation of your mental funny bone--bzzzzzzzzzt.
The best two sentence summary of the subject I have ever read! How did you come up with a board name like "freudiangarterbelt"......wish I had thought of it?
Posted by viridis on December 7, 2002, at 12:04:53
In reply to Re:Anyone Heard Of Wellbutrin?, posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 6, 2002, at 10:13:56
I've never used Wellbutrin to withdraw from another med, but I did take it for a couple of months. It works well for some people, but be cautious if you're prone to anxiety -- it can be very anxiogenic (it was for me, and I know others who have reacted in a similar way). It also made me extremely dizzy and had various other odd side effects.
I had no trouble discontinuing it after two months though, and the side effects went away almost immediately.
Posted by JenniferB on December 9, 2002, at 18:41:39
In reply to Re: Adults with ADHD, posted by Billy on October 28, 2002, at 7:23:43
I have no way of knowing, of course, but...
She may not actually be suicidal. Her impulsivity may just be leading her to threaten suicide when she feels anxious, frustrated and out of control. I'm female, 25 years old, have inattentive ADD and secondary/attendant anxiety (more so) and depression (less so), and have threatened suicide lots of times (sometimes even to professors, supervisors, etc.) but never actually felt suicidal, per se--just panicked in the moment (failing and class, etc.) and seeking whatever form of respite I could find.
> > > > Hello, My name is Bill and I am in a very serious relationship with a beautiful woman(living together in our 30's. She has ADHD. I am sure there is another forum out there for me to speak on however, I have not found it. We are haveing major problems which I feel are ending this relationship. She has enxiety, depression and the ADHD. She is taking Effexor, I think 150 mg per day. There is so much besuty and talent in her if she could just believe in herself. Unfortunately it appears as though she is relying on me to make it all better. I cannot handle it!! I am a very good care taker and while living with her, I have almost gotten to be able to tolerate the mess etc.
> > > Of late there have been some major fights (VIOLENT) I dont know what to do. I am a very rational person but, I fear for her safety as well as myself If this continues down this road. She has tried to hurt herself and me. She is taking meds and seeking therpy once a week....i dont know where to turn. It almost seems Bi-polar (not that i know enough to say) but, her doctor and she tell me thats not the case. If anyone has advice or knows of an organization that can help PLEASE respond. Thank you.
> >
> > Just curious, but what does she and her doctor say when you question the diagnosis? How has she tried to hurt you or herself? Suicidality isn't a common feature of ADHD. I have bipolar and ADHD, and ordinary doses of many meds can cause more problems than they solve. I would seek a 2nd opinion from another psychiatrist. Your girlfriend doesn't sound like her treatment is working out regardless of whether the diagnosis is accurate or not. She may need alternative treatments.
> >
> Thank you for your thoughts Rich. I am actually going today to see the psychologist with her(first time I have been allowed to be involved.) If I am expected to be a part of her life I must be able to know what the real deal is if I am to help. This has gone on for over a year and each "incident" gets worse, more violent. I know fact that ADHD is a strong part of the challeneges with holding a job, school, etc. his has caused her to feel failure to parents, past relationships, etc. So the depression sets in. It is the impulsivity that scares the heck out of me. She takes Adivan or Klonopin as well as Effexor. In her past she shared with me she has tried Welbutrin, Zoloft, Ritalin,and many other drugs for differing symptoms. She was never diagnosed as a kid, only since age 25. I am just really trying to get understanding of all this. I went to the ADHD ADD conference in Chicago this year and have read a few books. The ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and now Violence is so overwhelming. Despite the efforts......I do not understand.
>
Posted by h20surfer1 on December 10, 2002, at 0:13:15
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
I have been posting monthly.
I take 225mg/day of Effexor and was started on 15mg/day of Remeron 30 days ago (for Libido problems from Effexor). I have been on effexor for almost 6 months now.
I am still having positive results from Effexor. No depression, no loss in energy, very little anxiety (too much of a reduction and you lose motivation) great sleep (Remeron really helped this), and my libido is slowly starting to return.
I am overall very happy with the results of the meds and will continue to take them until I am directed by the Doc to stop. I have to honestly say that I feel better now than I have since childhood.
Hope this helps for some of you coming to this sight just starting out. The side effects go away and the results have been worth it for me.
Posted by anais on December 10, 2002, at 7:33:47
In reply to Re: Effexor Side Effects » sarah w, posted by jannbeau on November 26, 2002, at 17:25:20
Can anyone tell me if effexor xr and percocet are in the same drug family? I'm allergic to percocet and have concern I'm also allergic to effexor. I don't want to ask my dr. cuz he's a real creep, and I'm inbetween insurances right now. Basically I was sleeping and groggy all the time on only 75mg/day (37mg/morning + 37mg/night). Cut back to 37mg/morning so I'd be awake; yesterday I forgot to take any at all, and felt better without the stuff- no horrific side effects as described in posts, just awake and functioning. Can anyone help? Thanks, anais
Posted by Jannbeau on December 10, 2002, at 9:45:35
In reply to DrBob, anyone- percocet effexor same family? , posted by anais on December 10, 2002, at 7:33:47
>>>Hi, Anais,
Percocet is a pain medication, used for moderate to severe pain. Percocet contains oxycodone, an opiod analgesic and acetaminophen (Tylenol).
Jannbeau
Can anyone tell me if effexor xr and percocet are in the same drug family? I'm allergic to percocet and have concern I'm also allergic to effexor. I don't want to ask my dr. cuz he's a real creep, and I'm inbetween insurances right now. Basically I was sleeping and groggy all the time on only 75mg/day (37mg/morning + 37mg/night). Cut back to 37mg/morning so I'd be awake; yesterday I forgot to take any at all, and felt better without the stuff- no horrific side effects as described in posts, just awake and functioning. Can anyone help? Thanks, anais
Posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 10, 2002, at 11:07:23
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
Well, It Has been 4 days now since the last Effexor Pill and I can honestly say that I am feeling normal..I was going to start taking Wellbutrin for the withdrawls that the Doc prescribed to me but when I found out that it could cause seizures that was enough to just say NO..I was on 75mg of Effexor for 4 months than for 2 weeks I was decreased to 37.5mg..That did seem to work instead of stopping cold turkey from the 75mg pill.. What I found to work really well is Theraflu at night really helps the withdrawls..No Kiddig it works,Try It...Now today I can tell you that I feel OK and I am another day closer to finally getting off this stuff..
Posted by Jannbeau on December 10, 2002, at 11:26:51
In reply to Re: Over The Withdrawl, posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 10, 2002, at 11:07:23
> Kenneth, Good for you! Glad things are progressing well. Again, tapering has been suggested for AD's all the way back to before time (at least to the tricyclics, as I remember). Also, I've seen the Theraflu suggested before. Glad to know it works.
Cheers and Happy Holidays!
JannbeauWell, It Has been 4 days now since the last Effexor Pill and I can honestly say that I am feeling normal..I was going to start taking Wellbutrin for the withdrawls that the Doc prescribed to me but when I found out that it could cause seizures that was enough to just say NO..I was on 75mg of Effexor for 4 months than for 2 weeks I was decreased to 37.5mg..That did seem to work instead of stopping cold turkey from the 75mg pill.. What I found to work really well is Theraflu at night really helps the withdrawls..No Kiddig it works,Try It...Now today I can tell you that I feel OK and I am another day closer to finally getting off this stuff..
Posted by sly on December 10, 2002, at 14:09:38
In reply to About the weight gain, posted by TLove on December 4, 2002, at 11:09:34
If you look back through messages on this site you'll find most people gained weight, although a select few of us did lose weight. I found I lost my appetite and felt disphoric, had no desire to eat or do anything, but it passed with time.
Posted by Nvr2mch on December 10, 2002, at 21:59:20
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
I have had great success with Effexor XR. I had the usual side effects upon start of medication but after almost a year now...I am doing great. The only things that bother me a little is that I am in that 1% population that the Effexor caused Pre-menopause and I am only 29 years old. I also have trouble remembering things like my address or phone number and I have trouble urinating. But other than that I would much rather be happy and deal with these things than be depressed and deal with these things. If it wasn't for Effexor I may not be here now.
Posted by Nvr2mch on December 10, 2002, at 22:06:40
In reply to Re: I am scared of this medicine, HELP ME!, posted by Cindy W on July 8, 2000, at 11:41:37
What's funny about this is I thought, "God, I won't have a sex life anymore when I start taking this stuff." But my sex life is better than it ever has been. I have no problems having orgasms and I am ALWAYS aroused and ready for love at all times. I hear of so many people losing their libido and I feel for them. Effexor XR did just the opposite for me.
Posted by Sioux on December 11, 2002, at 0:56:18
In reply to Re: I am scared of this medicine, HELP ME!, posted by Nvr2mch on December 10, 2002, at 22:06:40
>>> But my sex life is better than it ever has been. I have no problems having orgasms and I am ALWAYS aroused and ready for love at all times.
----
Now *that* I truly envy! Glad it's good for you and glad to hear about it. Cheering news at the end of a long day. Thanks for posting.
Posted by Jannbeau on December 11, 2002, at 9:32:32
In reply to Re: Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by Nvr2mch on December 10, 2002, at 21:59:20
>Hi, Nvr2mch: Cute "handle"--You're right, if the medication keeps you alive and functioning and you can handle the side effects--whatever they are for you--then the medication is doing its job, isn't it.
Good Luck,
JannbeauI have had great success with Effexor XR. I had the usual side effects upon start of medication but after almost a year now...I am doing great. The only things that bother me a little is that I am in that 1% population that the Effexor caused Pre-menopause and I am only 29 years old. I also have trouble remembering things like my address or phone number and I have trouble urinating. But other than that I would much rather be happy and deal with these things than be depressed and deal with these things. If it wasn't for Effexor I may not be here now.
Posted by BrittPark on December 11, 2002, at 15:24:11
In reply to DrBob, anyone- percocet effexor same family? , posted by anais on December 10, 2002, at 7:33:47
Effexor's chemical structure is close to the basic pharmacophore for opioids. It has no opiate receptor binding activity, however. It's not similar at all to oxycodone in percocet, so I think it's unlikely you're having an allergic reaction. Do you have symptoms that are similar to your past allergic reaction to percocet? Best thing is to check with your doctor.
Feel Better,
Britt
Posted by Thygrrr on December 12, 2002, at 4:54:46
In reply to Re: starting effexor... keep posting.. success/dosage?, posted by lg on November 7, 1999, at 19:11:05
Trevilor seems to be in Germany what Effexor is in the USA.
Reasons I'm taking it: Possible Adult Attention Deficit Disorder, Impulse Control Weakness (umm, I literally translated that), increasing anxienty over the past year(s), general lack of energy and motivation to DO something.
Dosis: 75 mg once a day.
Anyhow. I'm on it for the second day now, feelin' a little woozy, but energetic. I am concerned about Serotonin Syndrome; and while energetic, I also realize that it might actually be counter-rpoductive, because I had a hard time reading the stuff you are quizzed on for the registration (I actually got up and just turned back at the door before I could leave the house to do something else).
I know that after two days, one can't say anything yet; especially as my previous therapy with Edronax (reboxetine) turned out EXTREMELY nasty physically and emotionally after a few months (but after showing awesome initial results), when the stuff was just wreaking havoc to my mind (I even changed my own name; I really wasn't myself anymore).
Positive effects noticed: Amazingly, I slept very very well this night (somewhat intense dreams, with very faint visions of gore and blood - former girlfriend of mine was on Effexor and had lots of odd, gore-loaded dreams, as well).
More importantly, I woke up at 7:30 and wanted to get up! (gah. my bed was so comfy so I slept another two hours, should have gotten up) Usually, I don't want to get up at all; so that's already a noticeable improvement.- Thygrrr
Posted by Thygrrr on December 12, 2002, at 5:15:10
In reply to Started on Trevilor (Effexor), posted by Thygrrr on December 12, 2002, at 4:54:46
WHOA! Okay, should have gone outside before posting this!
Definitely a novum:
THE WORLD IS $§$@%! MORE COLORFUL.
I live in this place for a year and a half now, and I never realized the house down the street was RED, I always considered it kinda brownish, and overall, NOT PRETTY. Same goes for other houses in the street, as well as red traffic signs. I never realized the number on our house here was red, as well! Blaze orange circus posters on main street are so bright, they almost hurt my eyes. Same goes for the garbage truck workers in front of my house...Wheee. 'You can tell that you're on drugs when you keep dropping the joint into your beer' :p Sorta. I like it, because I'm apparently not just existing in an abstract reality that is just defined by shapes and lines anymore, but the colour component does add a lot to the way I perceive my surroundings.
It has to be said that I have deuteranomalia, i.e. I have trouble distinguishing greens (and reds in my opinion, though an army test seemed to show otherwise)...
Posted by Thygrrr on December 12, 2002, at 5:22:17
In reply to Re: Over The Withdrawl, posted by Kenneth Copeland on December 10, 2002, at 11:07:23
That sounds encouraging!
I'm in psychotherapy, but seeing that I'm back to zero after a few success highs (especially after stopping to take Edronax (reboxetine), and not taking anything else), I have high hopes on Trevilor (Effexor) ... I just never had the energy or motivation to actually follow the advice of my therapist.
I agree with her scepticism; I agree that mainly my problem is that I've been educated in the wrong way by my parents, that I see everything overly critical, and that this leads to me not living at all, but instead just makes me a vegetable... however, since I am also strict with myself, that's where it becomes recursive and pulls me down :p
Hence, I'm very concerned about not being able to get off such a potent drug like Trevilor ... because I am sure I can get along without it, once I get out of this blasted mess I put myself in over the last 5 years or so.
Thanks for posting your experience here.
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