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I have been taking venlaflaxine/effector for almost 2 years now. around november last year (near the holidays) my doctor upped my dosage. i have been taking them just fine until the last two weeks. every time i take one of them i literally puke.help?

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I highly recommend you speak with your prescribing doctor about this. Would need a lot more info and context to make any real judgement on this.

Answered 3/10/2022

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Take it with food. That should help. Good Luck

Answered 3/18/2022

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