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Posted by Jiggitykid on February 21, 2005, at 8:17:19
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal symptoms!, posted by pyromelana402000 on February 20, 2005, at 17:44:47
It doesn't shy away NOW. Back when most of us were taking it for the first time, there was NO mention of withdrawal, nor was there mention of any of the side-effects that most of us experienced. As awful as what you are going through/facing is, you're lucky that you have the opportunity to draw on our vast experience and wisdom (LOL). Seriously, though, this is a wonderful, supportive community, and I'm glad you've found it. Please, look through the archives and sign the petition.
> Thanks for the input everyone. I had no idea. I was put on Effexor to try and ease physical pain associated with a broken back(secondary indication?). I agree that if this is somewhat common there is a real issue of "informed consent" in my book. This is crazy!!! It sounds like a lot of folks are better off treating depression without this crap. Does anyone have a feel for how widespread these withdrawls are??? I just checked the P.I. and the company does not shy away from the fact that you could have all these withdrawl symptoms....severity is obviously not addressed....P
Posted by Damos on February 21, 2005, at 8:17:19
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal symptoms! » pyromelana402000, posted by Jiggitykid on February 20, 2005, at 19:09:29
That's right. Where were "All the king's horses and all the king's men," when we needed them????????
Just wanted to say thanks Jiggitykid. You've been such a great support to so many of us, and I for one value your infinite wisdom. Maybe you could suggest to the producers of Survivor, Survivor XXXVII - Effexor.
Guys, take the time to read the posts here. they helped me a lot.
Thinking of you.
Posted by Wanda C on February 21, 2005, at 8:17:19
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal symptoms!, posted by pyromelana402000 on February 20, 2005, at 15:38:28
Hello, I am so sorry you are going through this. I know EXACTLY what you are going through. It is kind of hard to comunicate via Dr. Bob's wed-site (But I thank him greatly for starting it and bringing all of us together to help each other) so I am posting my home telephone number for anyone to contact me if you have questions. I am not promissing I have answers to all of your questions, but I may be able to help. But you still need to contact your Dr. Remember though, they are the ones who put us on this crap, and I am pretty sure they don't know first hand what we are going through.
If anyone does decide they need to call me, we get a lot of telemarketer calls so please say you are from this web-site.
925-634-4542
Good luck everyone!
Wanda
Posted by pyromelana402000 on February 21, 2005, at 8:17:20
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal symptoms! » pyromelana402000, posted by Jiggitykid on February 20, 2005, at 19:09:29
Why does claritin seem to help? Thanks everyone you are great and it gives me comfort you are out there in the first place. Where can I find this petition? Thanks again, P
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