Effexor (Venlafaxine)

Not really recommended (especially at high doses) since both medicines inhibit serotonin reuptake therefore increasing the risk of serotonin syndrome, which is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition.

I don't think there is a precedence for this combination but I'm pretty sure you would either die or end up in a coma and wake up in the hospital. I took 150mg Wellbutrin at 5:00 in the morning, had three drinks at about 7:00 in the afternoon, and then took an Ambien at 9:00 at night and went to sleep easily and comfortably. I woke up at 7:00 the next morning in the hospital hooked up to an extremely painful catheter, an IV, and breathing tubes inserted in my nose. I can't explain how disorienting this was and the state of panic it put me in. Later in the day my friends told me they took me to the hospital at about 1:00 in the morning. Apparently I woke up after I took the Ambien, inexplicably took about 20 more Ambien tablets and then poured all of my Wellbutrin into the heater vent, drove to the store about 4 miles away where I caused minor damage ($1000) to my car, urinated on myself, brandished a loaded weapon in the house and outside, video taped imaginary "ghosts" and "tiny men" for almost an hour straight and then fell unconscious and stopped breathing at which point I was taken to the emergency room. I don't remember any of this whatsoever. I do, however, have the recordings of the ghosts and tiny men I insisted that I saw, and I am completely dumbfounded and cannot explain how this happened.

Don't combine those three drugs, and surely don't add Vicodin into the mix. You will not enjoy the results.

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wow! I'm really surprised you didn't go into a coma. if your friends didn't take you to the hospital you would've so been dead. i know how that feeling is when you wake up in the ER. I've been there from 2 GHB ODs. yea, ambien causes hallucinations, so that's where the tiny men come from.

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Can have serious side effects, such as seizures. Ask a health care professional.

Yes, there is no interaction between those 2 drugs. However, you might see a little bit more nausea in taking those 2 drugs together. Flexeril might reduce mobility which might not be desirable in Parkinson's disease. If you use Requip for something else, there is no real problem with Flexeril.

yep iv taken vicodin zyrtec xanax and cyclobenzaprine all togather most that will happen with any of those is you might get a little buzz if you take large doses because zyrtec increases the effects and sleepyness of the others

What are some of the withdrawal symptoms of effexor?

Taking fluoxetene in the AM to counteract depression, and xanax at bedtime to maintain sleep through the night. It's an effective combination with minimal side effects, but must be taken under the physician's strict supervision.

Yes, you can. As a matter of fact, my Dr. prescribed me Xanax solely for this purpose. I was on 150mg Effexor XR, and switched to Zoloft. The Xanax was to be used while tapering down the Effexor and then ramping up the Zoloft. The Xanax was a lifesaver dealing with increased anxiety while going through the Effexor withdrawal and waiting for the Zoloft to "kick in". Talk to your Dr., as I'm not one, but I think you'd be fine using the Xanax as a very temporary aid while going through the withdrawal.

I think so, but Im not 100% sure.

They seem to potentiate each other. Google "california rocketfuel".

Yes, but only under close supervision of a Psychiatrist and you need to look out for any symptoms of Serotonin Syndrome.

Any medication can kill you if you take too much. Take your medication exactly as your doctor has prescribed. If you are feeling suicidal please call the prevention hotline at 800-273-8255

Effexor (venlafaxine) is an antidepressant that can have varying effects on weight. Some individuals may experience weight loss as a side effect, particularly in the early stages of treatment, while others may gain weight over time. Overall, weight changes can differ based on individual responses to the medication, lifestyle factors, and dosage. It's important to discuss any concerns about weight changes with a healthcare provider.

As far as for a cough, anything containing dextromethorphan should not be combined with Effexor unless under immediate supervision of a MD.

Some cold medicine should be avoided too because they increase blood pressure, and depending on your Effexor dosage, you might have increased blood pressure.

Yes, there is no problem in taking vitamins (calcium, iron, vit B, vit D, vit C, etc...) while taking Effexor. Even if these are taken at the same time.

Symptoms may include tiredness, mild convulsions, and cardiac arrest, but this would be with a dosage considerably higher than double your prescribed amount.

Also, since the dosage varies from person to person, depending on the severity of their condition, your normal dosage may be well below the highest recommended dosage.

If you are still concerned that you may suffer ill effects from taking a double dose, you can call your pharmacists, who can tell you if the amount you took warrants a call to your doctor. I've found that it's much quicker getting to talk to a pharmacist than it is to a doctor, which is why I would call my pharmacist first. Pharmacists are extremely well educated as to the side effects of drugs, and can give excellent, accurate advice.

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.

Alcohol is a depressant.If you are on Effexor for depression it can mess with the effectiveness of Effexor,causing more depression and anxiety.Speaking from experience,I think you can drink as long as it's not every day,and in moderation.

I am in the process of weaning off of lexapro 20mg. I have had a multitude of horrible symptoms and ringing in the ears is one of the symptoms. I am familiar with withdrawl symptoms from several anti-depressants because of trial and error with my doctor. Hang in there. It takes a while sometimes, but these things do improve or go away completely.

It took a good few weeks to get the results for anxiety it initially makes you more anxious but should start to work

Excedrin PM contains acetaminophen (Tylenol) and diphenhydramine (Benadryl).

It can be taken nightly with minimal risk, however, if you feel the need to take something for pain and sleep every night, you should speak with your doctor.