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I posted this question because I am considering switching medications and am nervous about it due to so many adverse accounts I've been reading on the internet. I have been taking Lexapro 15mg for 2 years for GAD treatment. I had dry mouth at first, but it went away quickly. The mental effects have been wonderful and I feel like "me" again without all the worrying. My reason for switching is due to extreme lethargy (sleeping 10 hours a night then taking 2 hour naps mid-day!), night sweats, and absolutely NO libido. I though I could deal with the libido thing, but after 2 years it's driving me crazy. My doctor suggested I try Effexor XR because at a low dose (75mg) she thinks it wouldn't effect my sex drive nor make me so sleepy, yet would still treat my GAD. I was all for it today in her office, but when I came home and started researching Effexor on the web, I am reading so many terrifying reviews about it--mostly of its horrible withdrawal symptoms. Does anyone out there have any experience with this? Should I stay put with Lexapro or go forward with Effexor? Or is there something else that would work better?? Help! PS I am also taking Birth Control (Yaz), which may or may not have anything to do with this scenario, but I thought yaou should know my whole medical situation.
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Is lexapro closer pharmacologically to zoloft Wellbutrin or Effexor?
effexor and zoloft they are all (ssri) drugs wellbutrin is not it works in a different way
What is a good alternative to Pristiq?
It depends on many things: what you were taking Pristiq for in the first place, what dosage, what you've tried before, what side effects you suffered from with Pristiq, etc. The best alternative (as in, most equivalant switch) would be Cymbalta which is the only other approved SNRI (subtype of antidepressant that includes Effexor, Pristiq and Cymbalta). Effexor also, but Pristiq is the "upgraded" version of Effexor already (as Lexapro is the "upgraded" version of Celexa). Only a doctor can determine which is the best alternative for you.
Does Effexor xr affect blood sugar levels?
It's not impossible, but personally I am diabetic and on Lexapro and have not had any problems.
You have moved to a new country that does not sell Lexapro is there an alternative that has the same ingredients?
Celexa is very similar to Lexapro one is Citalopram and the other Escitalopram. lexapro is newer and supposed to have fewer side effects but Celexa is helpful and similar to Lexapro.
Why would someone take depakote and Lexapro?
Because while depakote is mainly used to treat siezures, it can also be used with an antidepressant like lexapro as a mood stabilizer. I take sort of the same combo, but mine is lamectal and effexor
Is it safe to take tenuate and amitriptyline at the same time?
Tenuate (Dospan) is an older (1970's) diet aid and having stimulant properties may increase irritability when taken with an "activating" antidepressant like amitriptyline. If you have problems with this , or teeth grinding, a better alternative might be Celexa/Lexapro/Effexor.
Is effexor a barbiturate?
No. Lexapro is not a barbiturate.No, Lexapro does not contain barbituates. Lexapro is an anti-depressant and is non-addictive. Lexapro is approved to treat depression and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
What are the medicines people take for depression?
There are many, Cymbalta, Lexapro, Abilify, Celexa, Effexor, Paxil, Elavil, and many more. It really depends on the severity and symptoms. Consult a doctor and they can help prescribe.
What type of drug is Lexapro?
No, it is an SNRI. SNRIs act to both serotonin and norepinephrine whilst SSRIs only to serotonin. Venlafaxine (Effexor) is thought to be stronger than SSRIs but may have more side effects due to its double action. In doses over 225mg, it has some moderate action to dopamine.
What antidepression can be taken with Cymbalta?
Effexor
Can you take amberen with effexor?
can you take Effexor with amberen
Brain zaps and Lexapro?
I've read that Omega 3 (can get this in fish oil capsules) / Vitamin B / Magnesium Malate will help ease the pain of the brain zaps. More info: http://www.topix.com/forum/drug/effexor/TF6DC3BH42B6BTSA9
