Question 1

can you take xanax with effexor (venlafaxine)?

Accepted Answer

yes: Xanax (alprazolam) is in the class of drugs called benzodiazepines.  Effexor (venlafaxine) is a commonly used antidepressant.  Both are prescribed together without major drug-to-drug interactions.

Question 2

xanax and effexor (venlafaxine) can you take them together.?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Effexor (venlafaxine) is taken daily to prevent anxiety, while Xanax can be used on an as-needed basis for breakthrough anxiety symptoms -- the daily use of Effexor (venlafaxine) should make your need for Xanax less.

Question 3

i take 150mg of effexor (venlafaxine) and when i need to i take xanax. is cuanse something shouldn't be mixed with these?

Accepted Answer

SHOULD BE FINE: The mechanism of action of these two medications is different and ought to be fine together if done intermittently.

Question 4

i take effexor (venlafaxine) daily, but am going out of town & forgot it, can i take xanax to avoid withdrawal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Consult on Healthtap: I'd advise contacting a Healthtap doctor in the state where you are located this is a perfect example of a situation telemedicine is perfect for, to get you a prescription for a small amount of a medicine you are maintained on safely.

Question 5

i take effexor daily and 1/2 of a xanax (.5) when feeling anxious. but when i do i feel very sleepy. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

: Taking Xanax can make you feel sleepy and also less attentive to things. Therefore, after Xanax you should not drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. It would be best to review your Effexor dose will your doctor. It can be increased if necessary to help avoid the use of Xanax.

Question 6

hello,
i am currently withdrawing from alcohol, xanax, and effexor. i feel terrible. it has been one day since my last drink and 2 days since xanax. i?

Accepted Answer

EtOH withdrawal: This is a difficult and dangerous thing to do without supervision. 
Discuss with your team and/or your AA partner.

Good luck.

Question 7

i started taking 75mg effexor (venlafaxine) just yesterday for anxiety. i have a job interview tomorrow and i'm rly nervous. can i take xanax to help? is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Yes xanax can be taken with the Effexor (venlafaxine) for situational anxiety - in the long haul the Effexor (venlafaxine) alone should be able to help the anxiety as the blood level builds up.

Question 8

is it safe to take effexor xr, xanax, propranolol, and lamotrigine all together?

Accepted Answer

: My sense is that these medications, appropriately prescribed by your physician, neurologist or psychiatrist&amp;who are aware of what you're taking,, are probably ok although in the elderly Xanax may cause some lightheadedness and balance problems. Your pharmacist may have more information for you about special precautions.

Question 9

i have panic disorder. i've been taking xanax .5mg everyday with breaks of 3 days. just started effexor tonight. can't breathe. bad headache. help? :(

Accepted Answer

Xanax: Need more information for xanax is a highly addicting medication it seems very odd that you are taking 3 day breaks. Not the best idea with a medication line xanax. Go back and talk to your doctor

Question 10

is lamictal (100mg 3x daily), effexor (venlafaxine) xr (75mg 1x daily) and xanax (1mg 3x daily) a good combination to treat bipolar type1 mixed (moderate)?

Accepted Answer

Proof is in pudding: Everybody is different and there is no one size fits all. When possible I like to work towards weaning people off the short acting benzodiazepines ( Xanax)

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Can you take xanax with effexor (venlafaxine)?

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Xanax and effexor (venlafaxine) can you take them together.?

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I take 150mg of effexor (venlafaxine) and when i need to i take xanax. is cuanse something shouldn't be mixed with these?

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I take effexor (venlafaxine) daily, but am going out of town & forgot it, can i take xanax to avoid withdrawal symptoms?

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I take effexor daily and 1/2 of a xanax (.5) when feeling anxious. but when i do i feel very sleepy. is this normal?

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Hello, i am currently withdrawing from alcohol, xanax, and effexor. i feel terrible. it has been one day since my last drink and 2 days since xanax. i?

A member asked:

I started taking 75mg effexor (venlafaxine) just yesterday for anxiety. i have a job interview tomorrow and i'm rly nervous. can i take xanax to help? is it safe?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take effexor xr, xanax, propranolol, and lamotrigine all together?

A member asked:

I have panic disorder. i've been taking xanax .5mg everyday with breaks of 3 days. just started effexor tonight. can't breathe. bad headache. help? :(

A member asked:

Is lamictal (100mg 3x daily), effexor (venlafaxine) xr (75mg 1x daily) and xanax (1mg 3x daily) a good combination to treat bipolar type1 mixed (moderate)?

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