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Changing from effexor (venlafaxine) and seqelor to cellexa any advice?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes: Discuss w/ the Dr making the change. Ask lots of questions (plan ahead in written notes) and be sure they know about all other things you take. It's always the right thing to do and very important. Best!

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Answered 11/28/2017

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