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What to do if i'm currently taking 150mg of venlafaxine for ocd/depression, i have been increased to 225mg?

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Dr. Andrew Ho answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Take as directed: By your doctor. If you don't agree with your doctor, you need to let your doctor know.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2017

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