Posted by danf on February 27, 2001, at 6:39:36
In reply to What is ... (Cam W?), posted by willow on February 26, 2001, at 22:24:40
I'm assuming again that this has no relation to the TD? Just looking for a second assumption.
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> Twitching WillowNo the muscle twitches of effexor, are not the same. Meds which 'classically' cause TD & EPS are the major tranqs. There is some debate if the SSRIs & effexor cause them ? is is very uncommon if it occurs.
5HTP & dextromethorphan will cause myoclonic twitches as will SSRIs & effexor & [b]anxiety[/b]. They are caused by an excitable myo-neural junction or excitable /irritable muscle membrane.beta blockers do not block the twitches.
the effect can be countered in many by magnesium & vit E supplements.
These are 2 very different med side effects.
twitchy Dan
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