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Suffering from dep/anx. was on effexor (venlafaxine) stoppped working dr upped dose got bp and tapered to prozac its not working after 8 weeks. i am scared?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Seek CBT therapy: I hope you can find a good CBT therapist that you feel good with to help you as the search for an effective pill proceeds. If you find one, it will optimize the benefits and if not, it will do the best job for you. You'll learn how to handle things and manage the symptoms and understand yourself better. Best!

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A member asked:

Suffering from dep/anx. was on effexor (venlafaxine) stoppped working dr upped dose got bp and tapered to prozac its not working after 8 weeks. i am scared?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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