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Started taking effexor (venlafaxine) 75mg. 2nd day &feel so apathetic, uneasy & like nothing, don't care to eat/drink. face retaining water too. normal?
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? Med Reaction: At 2 days it is very early in your treatment with effexor (venlafaxine). It is uncommon to see swelling with effexor (venlafaxine), however occasionally patients have reactions to medication. If you have significant swelling and a rash and think you may be having a reaction, you should hold your medication and contact your prescribing practioner asap to see how to proceed. Also have your BP checked if possible.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Too early to know: Effexor (venlafaxine) takes 10 days to 2 weeks to work generally. Facial swelling is worrisome. You need to make your physician aware of this right away.
Answered 2/6/2016
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