Posted by Kathy on April 19, 2000, at 0:36:55
In reply to Re: Effexor vs. Effexor XR dosage- correct medlib, posted by Carolyn on April 17, 2000, at 15:57:36
> > I am now up to 450mg of Effexor XR. Though my Dr. said I will be able to have life just "roll off of me" instead of being so ultra sensitive. We will see. I suppose it takes a few weeks for that high of a dose to circulate in my system. Since I am almost 41 and have suffered from depression since I was 14, I will truly be amazed if it works as the Doc says. I am faithful and positive in my thinking. It will by my children and husband who will be able to tell the difference. I also decided to exercise and started the "Body for Life" program (it is on the internet). Perhaps having more oxygen running through me will be a big help too. I have been so desperate for relief from this "dragon" (depression, that changing my way of life and medication is what I am doing. I would love to hear of some success stories please. Thanks, Carolyn
> > medlib - You are absolutely right about the delayed absorption. There is no difference in excretion rates at all between the two types of Effexor. Did you attend one of my lectures? Or is this info really in the monograph (I'll have to check). I found it the hard way, by looking through stacks of journal articles. I find that monographs are lawyers documents; written by lawyers, for lawyers. (They do help when in a hurry, though). - Cam W.-Carolyn - How do I find more about the Body for Life program? In the past few months I have gained about 35-40 pounds after never having a weight problem before. I find this extremely depressing and defeating. I am now on Effexor XR for ADD and depression. I am just starting to build up on it so haven't really noticed any effects yet. Thanks! Kathy
poster:Kathy
thread:29623
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20000411/msgs/30531.html