Question 1

how can i lose weight when i have to take effexor, (venlafaxine) neurontin, flexeril, mirapex etc for fibromyalgia?

Accepted Answer

Fibromyalgia: The use of medications to control fibromyalgia can also lead to the unwanted side effects of weight gain due to fatigue and water retention..  The main treatment for fibromyalgia is exercise and once you are able to exercise because the medications are helping you control your pain, then you will start to see progress.  The initial phase of treatment may not lead to weight loss.

Question 2

does it matter when u take effexor (venlafaxine) xr (am or pm)?

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AM: It is always am medication. But there are few person take at night time if they feel tired or drowsy during day time.

Question 3

how long will it take for effexor (venlafaxine) to leave my system?

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Effexor (venlafaxine): Depends on dose you're on & how long you were on it. Roughly 7-10 days.

Question 4

what happens if you forget to take your effexor (venlafaxine) for 1day?

Accepted Answer

Maybe withdrawal: You may be fine, but you may also experience flu like muscle aches, and generally feeling crummy.

Question 5

take 75mg effexor (venlafaxine). if it has plateaued and stopped working, what symptoms could that cause?

Accepted Answer

Same symptoms: Usually, when pt experiences what appears to be a "plateau" in response to antidepressants, it could be that the medication needs adjustment.  This is presuming there have been no other changes that have occurred, such as changes in other medications, new medical conditions, or increased psychosocial stressors. Inadequate medication adherence can also present similarly. Discuss with doctor. Best.

Question 6

how long does it take effexor (venlafaxine) to get out of your system if you have only been taking it for a week?

Accepted Answer

Effexor (venlafaxine): Effexor (venlafaxine) and its breakdown product have half-lives of 5 and 11 hours, respectively.  This means that both should be gone from your system in 55 hours, or about 2.5 days.

Question 7

i take effexor (venlafaxine) around 7 am in the morning. i forgot and its 7 at night should i take it and then another in the morning? its 150mg

Accepted Answer

Take it now: From the next dose make it every night.It can be taken either am or pm,one fixed time ,that's all.Your body will get used to its side effects as you are on it for a long time as a maintenance mediation for depression.

Question 8

just started effexor (venlafaxine) xr 75mg what is the effective does to become more productive and how long will it take me to get to that dose?

Accepted Answer

Patience.: It takes anywhere from 2-6 weeks on the right dosage to feel the benefits of antidepressants. The dose will depend on the severity, duration and the presence of co-morbid factors. It is important to have CBT as part of your therapy, not just medications to help you attain the benefits.

Question 9

hello. 
i've been on effexor 37.5mg for about one month now. i stopped taking it three days ago.  how long does it take to get out of your system?

Accepted Answer

Usually in week or +: The half-life of this medication is about 5 hours, so after a week, most of this drug will be out of your system.  Talk with your doctor for the reasons you stopped the medication, as sometimes this class of meds may take several weeks to reach optimum effect.  If you had an allergic reaction to the drug, or unpleasant side effects, let your doctor know and he/she can substitute a different drug.

Question 10

i am on effexor (venlafaxine) 75mg but i forget to take pills is it a bad thing to take it randomly? like one today then wait a week and take it 4 days in a row?

Accepted Answer

It is bad: Almost all antidepressants are designed to be taken every day, these are not "as needed" medications.  There needs to be a consistent level of medication in your system in order for the medication to work.  Venlafaxine (Effexor) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that is effective for depression and some types of anxiety.  Missing even one dose can cause rebound depression.

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How long will it take for effexor (venlafaxine) to leave my system?

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What happens if you forget to take your effexor (venlafaxine) for 1day?

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Take 75mg effexor (venlafaxine). if it has plateaued and stopped working, what symptoms could that cause?

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How long does it take effexor (venlafaxine) to get out of your system if you have only been taking it for a week?

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I take effexor (venlafaxine) around 7 am in the morning. i forgot and its 7 at night should i take it and then another in the morning? its 150mg

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Just started effexor (venlafaxine) xr 75mg what is the effective does to become more productive and how long will it take me to get to that dose?

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Hello. i've been on effexor 37.5mg for about one month now. i stopped taking it three days ago. how long does it take to get out of your system?

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I am on effexor (venlafaxine) 75mg but i forget to take pills is it a bad thing to take it randomly? like one today then wait a week and take it 4 days in a row?

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