Posted by JohnB. on September 8, 1999, at 14:00:03
In reply to I Need Effexor XR Advice!, posted by Kim on September 8, 1999, at 12:00:47
Kim:
What you describe could be almost anything, perhaps having nothing to do with EffexorXR at all. When coming off Effexor too quickly, it has a strange and uncomfortable withdrawal syndrome, as I experienced firsthand. But what you've described is different.I'm concerned that, believe it or not, you're not taking ENOUGH Effexor, Kim. Provided you're tolerating it well, otherwise, 75mgXR daily is not generally enough of this med. for totally therapeutic results. A return of your depression is understandle at this small dose; at least 225mg/300mg needs to be maintained for at least 4 or 5 weeks to be sure Effexor is for you.
You'd be surprised what bumping the dose up can do for a "complete" response to a drug. If your doctor is not a practicing psychiatrist, ask him to consult with one about Effexor dosing. It's a remarkable drug at the right dosage.
Good luck, JohnB.
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