Question 1

how to quit effexor (venlafaxine)?

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Common: commonly can cause discontinuation syndrome. best to come off of it slowly. discuss this option with your physician as stopping it abruptly can lead to discontinuation syndrome.

Question 2

venlafaxine 75mg (effexor) side effect?

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Effexor (venlafaxine): Like many antidepressants may cause weight gain, fatigue and sexual dysfunction. Usually mild if at all and tremendous benefits in treating depression and anxiety.

Question 3

is it safe to take effexor (venlafaxine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is an effective and generally well tolerated dual acting antidepressant

Question 4

side effects of being on venlafaxine (effexor)?

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Mostly gi: Remember not everyone gets side effects and most go away with time on the med.  Initially stomach ache, diarhea or constipation is common but is less with xr.  Sexual side effects of delayed orgasm and low libido are dose related.  Some gain wt if not careful with diet.  Major complaints come from missing doses including dizzines and electric shocks which goes away with taking missed dose.

Question 5

can i take melatonin with effexor (venlafaxine)?

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Melatonin and effexo: Yes you can, ther is no interaction.

Question 6

long term side effects of effexor (venlafaxine)?

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Effexor (venlafaxine): Effexor (venlafaxine) is used to treat depression and anxiety. The most common are headaches, high blood pressure, chest pain, blureed vision and withdrawals if tapered off too quickly.
The best advice is to call your doctor for medical advice about side effects, if concerned.

Question 7

can effexor (venlafaxine) lead to claustrophobia?

Accepted Answer

Short term : Serotonin antidepressants are effective in treating many forms of anxiety, however these medications (perhaps venlafaxine (effexor) and duloxetine (cymbalta) in particular) are associated with temporary increases in anxiety while your brain adapts to the medications.

Question 8

can i take 5-htp along with effexor (venlafaxine)?

Accepted Answer

Bad idea!: This combo has a fairly high risk for a very bad problem known as serotonin syndrome. Talk to your Dr. Don't start to take them on your own but if they've been prescribed and you've already started, don't just stop cold turkey. Get to a Dr as soon as possible to help correct this.

Question 9

is it ok to take chantix with effexor (venlafaxine).

Accepted Answer

Chantix: is used for smoking cessation for a period of several weeks. If muscle stiffness, fever or elevated heart rate occurs discontinue the Chantix. Otherwise it should be OK to combine both meds.

Question 10

is it safe to stop  effexor (venlafaxine) on my own?

Accepted Answer

Not advisable: Effexor (venlafaxine) is prescribed for conditions like depression and anxiety.  If you aren't in a good place with those, stopping your medication is likely to risk relapse.  Please discuss your plans with your doctor.  If your prescribing doctor is not a psychiatrist, you may want to consult with one for a review of your case and suggestions.  To be safely stopped, Effexor (venlafaxine) needs to be tapered anyway.

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