Posted by SLS on March 12, 2002, at 18:39:11
In reply to Re: 2+ years on Effexor...., posted by Willow on March 7, 2002, at 20:05:14
Hi Willow.
> This time I did a little searching into my own history trying to make a chronological listing of all the depressions I've been through. Sure enough a pattern showed up, less than every two years my life was significantly disrupted by the symptoms of depression. And even though emotionally my moods aren't affected as much anymore, my ability to think and rationalize is more so affected and the physical symptoms are more dominant.
Is the decreased ability to think a side effect of Effexor or is it due to depression?I have been taking 300mg of Effexor along with imipramine and Lamictal in an attempt to resolve bipolar depression. However, I think Effexor might be reducing my drive and motivation. Have you experienced this sort of thing? Does it dissipate over time? I'd like to get a better idea of how these things persist over time to help me decide whether to continue with it or switch to Nardil.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
One caveat that you probably already know: Discontinuing an effective antidepressant brings with it the risk that the same medication will not work in the future should one relapse. If one has a history of multiple recurrences of depression, has experienced a very long period of depression, or has demonstrated treatment-resistance to many medications, it probably makes sense to consider continuing treatment indefinitely.
- Scott
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