Question 1

i have really bad night sweats i wake up soaked i take effexor (venlafaxine) is this the cause?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes that can be a side effect when taking effexor (venlafaxine).

Question 2

i am on 300mg  effexor forg a d. i sweat profusely.is there medicine available to eliminate this sweating. many thanks?

Accepted Answer

Couple of options: While changing medications is an options, either laser therapy or botulinum toxin injections can treat the excessive sweating.  Suggest you see your primary care doctor for referral and consultation.

Question 3

i woke up two nights in a row with mild night sweats. i just started effexor 2 weeks ago so that could be it or could it be a sign of ms? are they even true night sweats since it doesnt get on my clothes or sheets ?

Accepted Answer

: Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease affecting the eyes, brain, and spinal cord.  It does not present with night sweats, and this would NOT be a sign of impending MS.

Question 4

i was recently placed on effexor. my right leg is trembling, sweats and overall nervousness. is this common or another medication. been four days.

Accepted Answer

Effexor: Venlafaxine is somewhat notorious for increasing anxiety at start of treatment. I have noticed from experience that it tends to calm down in over a week.

Question 5

is there a relationship between effexor (venlafaxine) &  extended, vivid, & restless dreams that are frequently accompanied by extreme night sweats?

Accepted Answer

Effexor-XR: Being a Serotonin &amp; Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, yes it can cause such effects. Talk to your doctor about possible dose adjustment or antidote to reduce side-effects.

Question 6

on  225mg of effexor (venlafaxine) xr, 30mg adderall 3x/day, and 3 weeks ago started vistoril 50mg. having left arm heaviness, brain zaps and sweats. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: It appears that your medication combination is decreasing the amount of Effexor (venlafaxine) in your blood stream making it look like you are experiencing discontinuation symptoms. You would expect similar symptoms if you missed doses of Effexor (venlafaxine) or abruptly stopped taking it.

Question 7

for 3 yrs off & on nausea cold sweats anxiety seeing blurry objects flying round while verge of vomit shortness of breath &took effexor (venlafaxine) somewhat help?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety treatable: Anxiety is very treatable and people can enjoy a normal life. It is a process where an anxiety "regulator/antidepressant" is used to achieve that.. doctor works with patient to reach an optimal response...other meds are used as " helpers" to achieve this goal.  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , when combined  with medication is effective for long term prevention of recurrence Feel btter

Question 8

began effexor (venlafaxine) 37.5 bid 6 days ago for gad last night 2 hrs pounding heart skipped beats sweats chills. scary. not anxiety attack.  normal side effect?

Accepted Answer

This can occur: With effexor (venlafaxine). Please advise your prescribing provider promptly of your palpitations.

Question 9

how to quit effexor (venlafaxine)?

Accepted Answer

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 10

venlafaxine 75mg (effexor) side effect?

Accepted Answer

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.

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I have really bad night sweats i wake up soaked i take effexor (venlafaxine) is this the cause?

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I am on 300mg effexor forg a d. i sweat profusely.is there medicine available to eliminate this sweating. many thanks?

A member asked:

I woke up two nights in a row with mild night sweats. i just started effexor 2 weeks ago so that could be it or could it be a sign of ms? are they even true night sweats since it doesnt get on my clothes or sheets ?

A member asked:

I was recently placed on effexor. my right leg is trembling, sweats and overall nervousness. is this common or another medication. been four days.

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Is there a relationship between effexor (venlafaxine) & extended, vivid, & restless dreams that are frequently accompanied by extreme night sweats?

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On 225mg of effexor (venlafaxine) xr, 30mg adderall 3x/day, and 3 weeks ago started vistoril 50mg. having left arm heaviness, brain zaps and sweats. is this normal?

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For 3 yrs off & on nausea cold sweats anxiety seeing blurry objects flying round while verge of vomit shortness of breath &took effexor (venlafaxine) somewhat help?

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Began effexor (venlafaxine) 37.5 bid 6 days ago for gad last night 2 hrs pounding heart skipped beats sweats chills. scary. not anxiety attack. normal side effect?

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How to quit effexor (venlafaxine)?

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Venlafaxine 75mg (effexor) side effect?

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