Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 415467

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paxil effexor. what's the difference?

Posted by Froso on November 13, 2004, at 14:03:04

My doc has decided to give me Paxil instead of Effexor that I'm taking now. (I'm also on risperdal) What does this mean? Is it better in any sense?

Re: paxil effexor. what's the difference?

Posted by linkadge on November 13, 2004, at 15:47:39

In reply to paxil effexor. what's the difference?, posted by Froso on November 13, 2004, at 14:03:04

Paxil is considered less activating and effexor.

Paxil may be better for anxiety, and/or insomnia.
Paxil has a slightly higher ratio of serotonin/norepinephrine reputake.

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Re: paxil effexor. what's the difference? » Froso

Posted by MKB on November 13, 2004, at 17:47:51

In reply to paxil effexor. what's the difference?, posted by Froso on November 13, 2004, at 14:03:04

I've taken both of these drugs, and I did not care for either one. However, Paxil will stay in your system longer and it is easier to discontinue. The withdrawal from Effexor is very difficult.

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