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I've been on effexor (venlafaxine) 75mgs for 11 weeks and i don't notice a difference in myself or anxiety but others do. how do i know if it's working?
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Discuss with doc: It is true that some times decrease in symptoms are observed by people around you. Talk to your doc about dose of the medication and if it needs to be increased.
Answered 11/13/2017
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This is a low dose: Ask your psychiatrist about forther adjustments based on your symptoms levels.
Answered 9/29/2016
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