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I have genetic g a d.i am on effexor 300 and lyrica 200mg. lyrica is causing weight so my dr took me off lyrica and increased effexor to 350mgis it ok?

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Replace Lyrica?: It might be worth considering replacing the Lyrica with something else and leaving the Effexor at a lower dose. It is generally considered more effective to use a combination of medications in lower doses than to pummel someone with a high dose of an individual medication. As well, the side effect potential is lower that way.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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