Posted by catheirne on October 1, 2004, at 9:26:08
In reply to Re: Anyone had success on Effexor XR? YES! , posted by Shel on July 18, 2000, at 1:35:45
I started taking Effexor XR 8 days ago and I can't believe how much better I feel already! My Dr. started me at 75mg. and wants to get me up to 150. He wanted me to add 37.5 after the 3rd day and I did but it was too much too soon so I will stay at 75 for a while longer. From what I have read on this site (such great info) you need to increase this drug very slowly. I thank God for this drug! I was in a severe depression for over a year and nothing worked (tried Zoloft and Paxil) but Effexor had me feeling better by the 4th day. The side effects for me were dry mouth, tummy ache and I couldn NOT get to sleep but these have pretty much gone away and the trade off to feel better is worth it. YES, I have had great success with Effexor XR!
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