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Is it possible to take effexor (venlafaxine) and not have any sexual side effects?

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Effexor (venlafaxine): Sexual dysfunction is common with antidepressants but the majority of people do not have any sexual side effects. Good luck.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Effexor (venlafaxine): Few develop such side effect, mostly related to dose and duration u have been on the effexor (venlafaxine).

Answered 10/12/2012

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My wife takes venlafaxine. It appears to have a negative affect on her libido? Please see more detailed area. My wife takes this medication venlafaxine for anxiety. This has decreased her sexual desire. Please understand that she has only been taking it

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I go months at a time without a period. I'm not sexually active at all. Gynecologist did tests with no results. I am 275 lbs at 5'9". I take meds including: Olanzapine, Clonidine, Adderall, Venlafaxine, Doxepin, and Buspirone. What do I do from here?

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I cannot tolerate side effects of Effexor (venlafaxine) XR 150mg despite 2, 5 months. May i take it 2 times a day as 75mg?

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When will the side effects kick in when taking Effexor (venlafaxine) xr?

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