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I have been on 150 mg per day of effexor (venlafaxine) xr for close to 3 years. (panic disorder). i now have zero sex drive and cannot achieve orgasm. suggestions?
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Change Rx: What you describe is not uncommon. Talk to your doctor, a change or adjustment of rx can help at times.
Answered 4/1/2014
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From Effexor (venlafaxine) Xr side: These are the known side effects of Effexor (venlafaxine) xr.You should discuss that with your doctor/psychiatrist and either change thedose or change the medicine.If you stay on the same med and same dose you will continue withh these side effects.
Answered 9/28/2016
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