Question 1

i recently started taking venlafaxine and have a very severe headache should i contact my doctor or is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Headache: While headache is a common side effect of Venlafaxine, every Severe headache should be evaluated.  Yes, call your doctor. If you are unable to reach your doctor right away, go to your nearest ER.  Just because something is a known side effect, doesn't mean you should ignore it.

Question 2

i was prescribed strattera 40mg and effexor (venlafaxine) 150mg, any risk with these combinated medication?

Accepted Answer

Strattera (atomoxetine): With those 4 medications combined, monitor your blood pressure.

Question 3

will adding effexor to already prescribed combo of strattera and wellbutrin help manage inattentive adhd and maladaptive daydreaming? i've already been on wellbutrin and strattera for 6+ months now with no noticeable difference?

Accepted Answer

NO DO NOT THINK SO: Have to be cautious adding Effexor to Strattera. Effexor is an antidepressant and will not really help with ADHD. You need to discuss further with your treating doctor many need another opinion.

Question 4

would strattera work for my adhd? effexor (venlafaxine) made my anxiety worse. also have mdd and gad. taking ritalin and zoloft. ritalin causing gad to b worse

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Strattera (atomoxetine)'s mode of action is like that of the tricyclic antidepressants.  As a result it might have a positive effect on anxiety .  It might make your inattentiveness better, especially if the anxiety is contributing.

Speak to your doctor about Strattera (atomoxetine) and stopping Ritalin if it is making your anxiety symptoms worse.

Question 5

av a severe headache for 2 days now..what is  the cause?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Headaches are common and have many causes.  It is best to see your primary doctor to see if there are any other clues to the source of the problem.

Question 6

im suffering for severe headache for months now what can be the cause for it?

Accepted Answer

Could be serious: headaches don't generally go on for months.  You really should see a clinic and be examined to find a cause for these headaches, especially since they are severe.

Question 7

can levsin (hyoscyamine) sl cause a severe headache?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Any medication can cause a side effect, like a headache, but drugs like Levsin (hyoscyamine) usually cause dry mouth, photosensitivity , blurred vision.

Question 8

can you tell me docs, is back pain that causes severe headaches something to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Separate problems: The headache and back pain are separate problems and need to be addressed separately, but simultaneously for successful pain management outcomes.
In many cases headaches and back pain go together although reasons for the association is unclear. 
My recommendation: see pain management specialist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 9

when im sleeping on my back ... i wake up with severe headache . what would be the cause ??

Accepted Answer

Sleep apnea: This could be due to Strippe sleep apnea which is worse sleeping on your back. Consider undergoing a sleep study.

Question 10

can lyme disease cause chronic severe headaches, like 9/10, pressure or tension type headaches?

Accepted Answer

Lyme: Lyme disease can affect the nervous system and if you are having persistent headaches  seek an evaluation with your pmd.

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Would effexor and strattera together cause severe headaches

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I recently started taking venlafaxine and have a very severe headache should i contact my doctor or is this normal?

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I was prescribed strattera 40mg and effexor (venlafaxine) 150mg, any risk with these combinated medication?

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Will adding effexor to already prescribed combo of strattera and wellbutrin help manage inattentive adhd and maladaptive daydreaming? i've already been on wellbutrin and strattera for 6+ months now with no noticeable difference?

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Would strattera work for my adhd? effexor (venlafaxine) made my anxiety worse. also have mdd and gad. taking ritalin and zoloft. ritalin causing gad to b worse

A member asked:

Av a severe headache for 2 days now..what is the cause?

A member asked:

Im suffering for severe headache for months now what can be the cause for it?

A member asked:

Can levsin (hyoscyamine) sl cause a severe headache?

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Can you tell me docs, is back pain that causes severe headaches something to worry about?

A member asked:

When im sleeping on my back ... i wake up with severe headache . what would be the cause ??

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Can lyme disease cause chronic severe headaches, like 9/10, pressure or tension type headaches?

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