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I have been on Effexor XR for 6 months. (150 mg/day - Effexor XR) I have had significant improvement in my depressive symptoms... but I also have no energy... I spend most of the day just longing for a nap... and the lack of energy and sleepiness make me get next to nothing done. Additionally... when I was tired at the end of the day and actually could lay down to sleep... my mind would race horribly and I could not get to sleep... further compounding the problem. My doctor increased my dosage in the hopes that it would remove some of the tiredness (225 mg/day) thinking I was having some residual depressive symptoms... and the sleepiness was unbearable... I felt like I was passing out all day... I have researched this and it seems to be a fairly common problem for those on Effexor... the saytime lethargy and weakness... the insomnia at nighttime...
I am currently trying to come off of the Effexor so that I can get my life back... I plan to go on something else to help with my depressive symptoms. If you do go on Effexor... be cautious... as the withdrawal when you come off is very uncomfortable... (pins and needles feeling in the extremities and face... nausea... spot headaches... mania... etc)... Just use caution and weigh the benefits against the many many many side effects...
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What has medications have Effexor xr in it?
Effexor XR is the American brand name for the drug venlafaxine.
Is there a difference between Effexor xr and venlafaxine xr?
It is the same drug, Effexor XR is the brand name drug made by Wyeth (now owned by Pfizer). Effexor XR is Venlafaxine XR however a generic drug would just say Venlafaxine rather than Effexor.
Can you eat grapefruit while taking Effexor xr?
can I take grapefruits while taking effexor xr
What is efferin xr?
XR at the end of the name of a medication indicates the medication is extended release. Efferin XR is not an actual medication, but Effexor XR is. Effexor XR is an antidepressant. It is prescribed for depression as well as anxiety.
Is venlafaxine hcl generic for Effexor?
Venlafaxine is the generic for effexor xr
Is Effexor covered by Medicaid?
I have Medicaid & was prescribed Effexor XR & Medicaid did pay for it.
Is the anti-depressant Effexor 275mg xr generic available in us Where?
There's a generic form of Effexor XR but it is in a tablet, NOT a capsule. Ask your doctor about whether it will affect you differently.
Can you take Effexor xr with sulfame trimethoprim?
I've had a drug interaction between it and effexor-xr. I think it has boosted the antidpressant. Would like to know if anyone else has had the same happen to them.
What herbs or natural minerals help with Effexor xr withdrawels?
What are some of the withdrawal symptoms of effexor?
Can you take Herbalife and Effexor XR together?
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Can_you_take_Herbalife_and_Effexor_XR_together"
What strength does Efexor XR come in?
Effexor XR (extended release) is available in 37.5 mg, 75 mg, and 150 mg dosage strengths.
You stopped taking Effexor xr 4 days ago how long do withdrawal symptoms last?
how long does the effexor withdrawl symptoms disappear after you stop taking it, i am taking zoloft now but i am having effexor symptoms
