Posted by Bill LL on December 22, 2004, at 8:54:03
In reply to doctor pressure to use effexor xr, posted by learner on December 22, 2004, at 7:24:53
I have never taken Effexor, but I do know from doing tons of reading that it is a very safe drug and that it is great for both anxiety and depression.
But like some other antidepressants, it has sexual side effects that are sometimes severe. It can also cause tiredness. If I were you I would probably try something else since you do not suffer from depression and only have mild anxiety.
> My doctor is pressuring me to use Effexor xr for hot flashes. She says one of the side effects is that it relieves symptoms of menopause. I have mild anxiety but I'm highly functional and told her I'm reluctant to get on some drug for life or to suffer withdrawal.
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> Someone posted suggesting that EFF can cause a person to drink more alcohol. I'm interested in any experiences members have had with this. Also, where do I find confirmation and data on liver damage that more than one of you has experienced and that you attribute to Eff? From all the testimony here, I'm just at a loss as to how this drug is out there.
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> After reading the problems posters have had with this drug, I've made up my mind not to take it. Thanks you so much for your sharing your experiences
poster:Bill LL
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