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What dose of effexor (venlafaxine) would you suggest to a patient to treat ocd in particular?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Effexor (venlafaxine): Begin with 75 mg. Depending on the response you can go up to 225 mg per day.

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Answered 8/12/2016

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