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Discussion Topic: Venlafaxin
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03-08-2005 @ 1:58 PM |
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I am on 300mg of venlafaxin and still have episodes of severe depression. I have started cognitive therapy and have been doing ok, although I find it a little frustrating. The depressive side of me was hoping I would feel better straight away, although the intellectual side of me knew that wouldn't be the case. As far as drinking is concerned, I too suffered serious effects. Just having one wine made my mood 10 times worse, so am not able to drink at all. I guess some people can handle things better than others. Unfortunately I am not in the same situation as you by going through withdrawal, but I hope things do get better for you soon.
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| Lisa in Athens, Ga |
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03-09-2005 @ 10:15 AM |
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First let me start by saying, everyone one responds to this medication differently. I have heard and seen a lot of positive response to this medication - my life, however, was a living nightmare.
I am a 33 y.o. female. I was on this medication for 7 weeks, 187.5 mg, had 2 suicide attempts, lost 15 pounds (which took me to 95 lbs.). I had nightmares that were so vivid that I could not tell the difference between them and reality. I was sweating constantly; I woke up every morning and my bedclothes were soaked from sweat. I had small, fine tremors constantly in my hands and legs. My boyfriend stated I even shook in my sleep. I started to sleepwalk (which I have no history of). I experienced bouts of insomnia; and my suicidal ideation was 10x more frequent and intense.
Finally, the last 5 days I was on Venlafaxin, I had auditory and visual hallucinations. At first, I could tell the difference between them and reality, but the last two or three days, I could not. I thought everything I was seeing and hearing was real. My boyfriend found me last Wednesday morning trying to call animal control to come get the 15 - 20 snakes out of my house.
I had been in the hospital the first of February, and had called one of the nurses last Tuesday during one of my lucid moments. I explained that I felt like my medication was not working. Instead of asking me why, she explained to me how inappropriate it was for me to call because I had a problem with my medicines and for me to contact my family doctor. I overdosed on something - I really don't remember what - early Wed. and started seeing the snakes and hundreds and thousands of spiders.
I am off Venlafaxin now. Last Thursday, in a different hospital (thank God), my doctor put me on Cymbalta 60 mg and Seroquel 25mg as needed. I'm having a little trouble with the Seroquel, but only because it make me so sleepy and makes me very shaky. Still some suicidal ideation, but there then gone. I did not cry yesterday, first time in a couple of months. I know I am not feeling better from the Cymbalta, it's too early. I'm feeling better because I am off the Venlafaxin. The scary thing, from what I understand, Cymbalta and Venlafaxin are in the same class of AD. Am I going to have the same side effects?
Whatever I end up taking, my doc said I will have to take something for the rest of my life, so any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
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03-09-2005 @ 10:24 PM |
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Antipsychotics can cause tarditive dyskenisia, a sometimes permanent muscle problem. If you are shaking because of the Seroquel and that wasn't previously happening you shouuld probably mention that to your doctor.
Effexor made me sweat a lot too. I remember waking up covered in sweat in the summer. I remember some ppl at a factory i worked at for a day joking with me and asking if I was hot because the sweat was pooring off my forehead. This wasn't something that happened with me before Effexor. I have now been on Wellbutrin for a month (I'll be stoping soon) and it makes me sweat a lot too. The antipersperant (degree) doesn't seem to do anything.
That's unfortunate that the nurse you phoned didn't take you seriously. I've had the same problem before in the Emergency room. They didn't want to give me divalproex (I had lost my wallet and cudn't fill a script). Remember one person isn't representative of all people.
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03-10-2005 @ 5:04 PM |
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hi,I am new and very sad,my depression seems to be getting worse not better in time and I am so tired and scared.I hate meds but take them and I don,t know if I am having side effects or pre menapose.I wish I could just sleep instead of living like this.HELP.
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| Josie, Support Specialist |
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03-10-2005 @ 5:13 PM |
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Sleepy,
Thank you for sharing your story with us. You have come to the right place! Please feel free to roam the site at your own pace. If you look to the left of the screen under "TOOLS" you will find our Depression Test. This test is not a diagnostic tool and is not a replacement or substitute for a physician's advice.
The purpose of these tests is to prepare you with information that you can present to your physician. When you're finished the test, you can either print your Final Report or email it directly to your doctor. It may help assess the situation for everyone.
We have an amzing online support group that can of great assistance to you. They are knowledgeable and supportive.
If you have any question or concerns with our site or please contact Support Department at [email protected]. We are open to any questions or concerns you may have.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon!
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03-10-2005 @ 5:14 PM |
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thankyou.
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