Posted by Linda on March 5, 2000, at 13:48:27
In reply to Effexor XR Questions? (newbie), posted by Robin on March 5, 2000, at 10:07:49
Effexor XR is a serotonin & norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor - and, like many similar meds, it takes 4-6 weeks to see maximum therapeutic effects & a decrease in initial side effects. Effexor XR is not usually known to cause sleepiness, but anyone can have virtually any side effect due to our different chemistries. It does, however, frequently cause insomnia. More than likely, your daytime sleepiness is a result of your insomnia. This is a side effect that may subside with continued use. An amphetamine, such as Dexadrine, can be potentially dangerous with this type of med. Used together, these two meds have the potential to cause damaging CNS overstimulation, and both have the potential to raise BP independant of one another - this is only two of the problems you may encounter with combined use. Therefore, combined use should only be used under strict supervision of a doc. The safest over-the-counter alternative to your insomnia, if relaxation techniques do not help, is to try Benadryl (unless this causes excitation - which it does in small percentage of the pop.). Also, you can take your Effexor XR very early in the morning to avoid insomnia. If you feel this med is helping with your depression, give it time!
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