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Can effexor (venlafaxine) cause excessive daytime sleeping in teens?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That is possible.: Drowsiness is a potential side effect.

Dr Kluwe agreed

Answered 10/12/2013

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