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Could antidepressants like venlafaxine trigger cognitive impairment like low attention span / concentration even my mood is overall fine?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes, a side effect: Those are possible side effects. Talk w/ your Dr about them and if you wish to stop - have them plan a safe weaning - don't just stop! The risks can be bad. Do consider good psychotherapy w/ or w/o another Rx. It optimizes the success rate!

Answered 9/5/2016

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