Question 1

Do you think that 225mg of effexor (venlafaxine) is strong enough for most people with depression?  what's the next option if it's not working?

Accepted Answer

Effexor (venlafaxine) is safe up to 450 mg/day.  Most people end up on about 150 mg/day.  Any dose above 150 also helps with anxiety.

Question 2

I was on paxil years ago and it worked for 12 years.recently cross tapered from effexor (venlafaxine) (112 mgs (bp) to prozac (6 weeks) and it is not working. ?

Accepted Answer

changed in your life? Any losses, illnesses in your family? Other stresses? Sometimes antidepressants need to be changed, other times it is due to life stress and psychotherapy may need to be added to the therapeutic mix.

Question 3

Daughter has major depress., suicide thoughts.had ed @16, age now 19.on 225 mgs effexor er for long time, not working anymore. add abilify (aripiprazole) or remeron?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like ur involved ur dtrs care;  w/ her consent, you cld schedule a meeting with her & her doc or encourage her to c her doc ASAP. Doc needs to be made aware of ongoing sxs, particularly suicidal thoughts, so that the most effective tx can be selected. A back up plan for active suicidal plan/intent should be discussed. The best med is the 1 that works best 4 ur dtr. Work closely w her md.

Question 4

How long should the discontinuation symptoms of stopping effexor (venlafaxine) xr last?

Accepted Answer

Depends on dose & length of time on effexor, (venlafaxine) as well as if other meds. Are used during washout phase, usually few weeks.

Question 5

I've been taking effexor (venlafaxine) 75mg for almost 5 months, can i start taking two a day if i feel my dose isn't working?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may take two a day but be sure you see your doctor for blood pressure monitoring.This drug has norepin., at higher dosage, blood pressure needs to be monitor.Also make sure that you have blood test done for liver and kidney function tests because if there are any renal or hepatic impairment, then dosage needs to be reduce 25-50 % depend on severity.

Question 6

1 mo. 10mg lex did nothing. 1 mo.of effexor (venlafaxine) xr and only s/e. switched to 20mg lexapro & after 6 days no signs of anything at all. what's my deal?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately it sometimes takes several trials to find the right antidepressant that helps you without causing side effects. Lexapro (escitalopram) is a very good antidepressant, but 6 days isn't enough time to judge whether the 20mg will work for you. Antidepressants have a cumulative effect that builds up over time. Give it 4-6 weeks before giving up on it. I know you'd love to feel better now, hopefully soon

Question 7

What are the symptoms of effexor (venlafaxine) withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Not too pleasant, especially hot flashes & heart racing with stomach upset & dizziness.

Question 8

How much time do symptoms of withdrawal from effexor (venlafaxine) last?

Accepted Answer

Technically, the effect of stiffing Effexor (venlafaxine) is a "discontinuation syndrome", as opposed to withdrawal. Symptoms may include flu like sxs, disesthesias (zapping feelings), headaches, mood & anxiety symptoms. The length of time these symptoms may last depend on you, the dose of the med b4 stopping & several other factors. Ring your doc, as there are several things s/he may b able 2 do 2 help!:)

Question 9

Effexor (venlafaxine) 150 mg daily, been experiencing symptoms...should i be concerned about forgetting it two days straight?

Accepted Answer

It is not good to miss your medication but missing two days of Effexor (venlafaxine) is not catastrophic. Get back on your medication and find a way to stay regular.

Question 10

I've been on effexor (venlafaxine) 75mgs for 11 weeks and i don't notice a difference in myself or anxiety but others do. how do i know if it's working?

Accepted Answer

It is true that some times decrease in symptoms are observed by people around you. Talk to your doc about dose of the medication and if it needs to be increased.

What are the signs and symptoms effexor is not working

Do you think that 225mg of effexor (venlafaxine) is strong enough for most people with depression? what's the next option if it's not working?

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I was on paxil years ago and it worked for 12 years.recently cross tapered from effexor (venlafaxine) (112 mgs (bp) to prozac (6 weeks) and it is not working. ?

Daughter has major depress., suicide thoughts.had ed @16, age now 19.on 225 mgs effexor er for long time, not working anymore. add abilify (aripiprazole) or remeron?

How long should the discontinuation symptoms of stopping effexor (venlafaxine) xr last?

I've been taking effexor (venlafaxine) 75mg for almost 5 months, can i start taking two a day if i feel my dose isn't working?

1 mo. 10mg lex did nothing. 1 mo.of effexor (venlafaxine) xr and only s/e. switched to 20mg lexapro & after 6 days no signs of anything at all. what's my deal?

What are the symptoms of effexor (venlafaxine) withdrawal?

How much time do symptoms of withdrawal from effexor (venlafaxine) last?

Effexor (venlafaxine) 150 mg daily, been experiencing symptoms...should i be concerned about forgetting it two days straight?

I've been on effexor (venlafaxine) 75mgs for 11 weeks and i don't notice a difference in myself or anxiety but others do. how do i know if it's working?

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