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Increased urination, particular at night, last 8 weeks. began effexor (venlafaxine) (anxiety) about same time. side-effect of med.? prostrate? other?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Although rare,: Increased urinary frequency ; urinating at night have been reported with effexor (venlafaxine). Please let your physician know.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 12/4/2013

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