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What is the cause for muscle twitching in a 16 year old female that is taking 37.5 mg of effexor (venlafaxine)? they have been taking effexor (venlafaxine) for three weeks.

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? Drug induced: If it started after you began to take the effexor, (venlafaxine) it may be drug related. Stop the Effexor (venlafaxine) and see if the issue resolves.

Answered 6/25/2014

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