Posted by spencer on July 4, 2002, at 6:40:23
In reply to Re: just started and getting off fast, posted by donna on July 4, 2002, at 6:11:39
The side effects you are describing are not necessarily a reason to stop taking Effexor. I had what you described (except the rash) and a lot more...insomnia, blurred vision, difficulty urinating, but they all went away as I was told by my doctor. Effexor got me back on level ground and with the help of therapy and exercise I hope I won't have a repeat major depression.
I finally stopped taking Effexor today after slowly tapering for about 2 months. I'm contented and hopefully I can take on the future without major anxiety and depression. I couldn't have done it without Effexor.
So think carefully before you stop taking anti-depressants because of early side effects. The long term effects may be a lot worse.
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