Posted by Barrett on March 29, 2000, at 18:34:26
Hi. I have been using Effexor for the past 2 1/2 years
at 37.5 mgs, twice daily. It helped my depression
greatly. BUT...it had an adverse effect on erection,
ejaculation and overall desire for sex. I was willing
to forgo sex because of the positive results that the
Effexor had on my depression. Recently my wife has had
an increase to her libido and I decided that, to
accomodate her needs, I should try another anti-depressant.
I had heard that Serzone had much less effect on sexual
functions, so after discussing it with my doctor we
decided to give Serzone a try. According to her
information on these drugs, there is no "off time"
needed in between taking these drugs. So, here I go...
(I should mention that up until yesterday, I had been on
a ten day round of antibiotics for an ear infection in case it matters).
Anyways...I have been on Serzone for six days. After two days I
was able to have fantastic orgasms(my wife is still
draining her ears). BUT, I am experiencing some interesting/
alarming sensations. I am extremely tired. I have trouble
concentrating. I have trouble concentrating.(did I say that already?)
I am experiencing "body flashes" whereby it seems
that a small electrical charge periodically shoots
through my brain. It does not seem to effect the skin,
limbs(outer body parts) etc. It just seems to alter
brain perception for a brief moment. This has been a
constant occurance since starting Serzone. Also, I am
lacking some body coordination and balance(ear infection?).
I have been experiencing mood swings and have been generally
"weepey". I can't even sing along with the radio or
watch a sappy t.v. commercial without crying. Last night
I went to play ball hockey(I play 5 nights a week and am very fit)
and could hardly breathe. I also had a crying fit
and had to leave the game to compose myself. I have
educated my teammates as to my disease, so they handled
it really well. I feel generally under the weather, but
not depressed. I have little energy my lungs feel heavy.Okay, my questions... are these effects something to
be expected? Will it normalize? Should there have been
some "down time" between drugs? If a tree falls in the forest...I realize that there are three different meds in my body and that
everyone reacts differently, but any encouragement or
information would be appreciated, especially from
a professional.Thanx muchly!!!
poster:Barrett
thread:28421
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