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Suddenly stopping effexor (venlafaxine) and gained weight, is there any connection?

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Effexor (venlafaxine) and weight: Antidepressants usually suppress appetite initially, but then may cause slower metabolism and wt gain. Some people say they get hungry on them (mostly when they not fatigue) gaining wt after stopping may be return of anxiety and depression.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/16/2013

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