Effexor for Anxiety-2 Month Update (Side Effects, Success Story)
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- My take on Effexor XR for Anxiety relief. There is a lot of info in this video (see time stamps below) because I was basically just ranting lol, but there is helpful information all throughout. Please leave a comment if you have other questions about my experience with Effexor I'd love to answer any questions! Might make another video.
I made this video for people who are starting Effexor and are curious about other users' experiences. I wanted to make this because when I began treatment with Effexor I couldn't find many user-based video, so I think it could help.
TImestamps:
0:00 - Intro and Background
2:30 - Initial Side Effects (First 2 weeks)
6:27 - Don't Worry (Benefits*)
9:58 - Don't Be Scared
10:32 - Sexual Side Effects
14:39 - I Like Effexor
16:30 - Final Thoughts
18:34 - Give it Time
There are some things I forgot to mention, like weight loss/gain with Effexor (my weight has been stable), appetite, "mania," Effexor with Alcohol, Effexor with Adderall, Effexor and ADHD, etc. Ask questions in the comments or let me know if I should make another vid or Q&A about effexor!
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I just started on 75, but noticed you have pretty visible hand shakes. I'm feeling jittery already from it, wondering if that's something that is new for you.
Good question. I will say that i have been a shaky-hand person for as long as i can remember. At least back to middle school. I think it runs in the family. That being said, I think Effexor may have made me a bit more shaky, particularly in the morning (only with my hands). But i’ve never really thought about it before reading this comment. Also, I hear a lot of people say Effexor gives them the jitters, which is usually the rationale for taking it in the morning. Personally Effexor has never made me feel amped up or jittery or more energetic in any capacity.
Hi Kyle, I just started..on 37.5mg are you still on Effexor ?
@@snowghost1753 How are you doing now? I found 75mg just about right; 150 felt tiredness I didnt have on 75mg
Holy shit thank you I feel the same thing with the chest right now just started. This is the most informative video out there
Thank you so much! I just started on this at 37.5 mg and the side effects have been weird… you made this transition for me a lot easier and made it where I’m more comfortable now. Seriously I appreciate you so much and I hope you have been doing well man!!
Thanks man, really good video. Lots of scare mongering and I’m about to start. So I appreciate your honesty and making the time to share your thoughts.
Thank you for ALL of this. Everyone's experience is different, and it's nice to listen to what someone else is going through. I started it just over a week ago and the side effects have been confusing me to no end.
how are you now? i’m about one week into an increased dose and i feel very confused and disoriented at times. lots of stomach and chest anxiety.
@@autumnrizzo9812 still some lingering side effects, but things have definitely leveled off. More positive than negative. I did miss a dose one day last week and my partner even noticed I seemed very off balance and confused. Took me a while to realize it was because of a missed dose.
Thank you for this. I started a week ago, and it has been really rough. My anxiety has been high, I’ve felt really hypochondriac-y, chest pressure, tight throat and generally weird. This is helping me push through.
Hi - just checking to see if your adverse symptoms are better now. I just began on 38mg on Thursday.
Thanks friend, took my first dose today. Appreciate this share, and also the rainy sounds. Hope you are well!
Oh, also on biphentin (Ritalin) for ADHD. Love the tangents.
Thank you for this. I'm starting Effexor tomorrow!
You’re welcome!! I wish you a smooth first couple weeks :)
This video was so needed 😅😅 thanks for the insight!
Yeah! I’m glad it helped you out!! :)
Thank you!! The rain is so soothing haha
Thank you so much for this video, I just took my first dose and I'm glad to find your experience, it gives me so much hope
how are you doing now?
@@snowghost1753 I'm doing well!! I think the medicine suited me quite well and improved my emotional stability significantly! Thank you so much for asking, how are you doing lately? Are you still continuing any meds? Take care and stay safe! :)
@@Kokola-qh9wp That's so great to hear. It means a lot that my video offered a sense of security and optimism for some people :') Im doing good! I still often say that effexor saved my life hahaha. I have experienced some dips in what seems like the efficacy of the medicine, but that can also be attributed to environmental factors, plus I missed a few psych appointments. But after speaking with my psyche we increased my dosage again and Im feeling great! Coming up on a year of being on effexor and overall im extremely happy with it. Only downside was the initial wave of side effects which have been gone for months. How did you do with the side effects? Any?
@@snowghost1753 That's wonderful to hear :D I'm experiencing something similar lately with the efficacy of the medicine, maybe this is a sign for me to increase my dose as well XD I initially had a lot of hair loss, some loss of appetite and insomnia but lately everything has tamed down and I'm back to my regular appetite and sleep cycle, so the side effects are not too severe! Glad to hear that you've been able to take this medicine for a long period of time without too many complications - I was wondering when I'd need to stop without worrying about going bald XD Thank you for making your video, it was a relief amongst all the rather pessimistic reviews of this medication! Your work is extremely appreciated, and at the very least it was able to change one person's life :)
I just started on Effexor for anxiety last night. I don’t wanna get my hopes up but this video is giving me hope. I felt super nauseous that hardly got any sleep and I also got diarrhea kind of feeling in the morning plus a little bit drowsy. I sure hope this next two weeks will go fast for me and that it’ll be worth it 😬😬😬
Thank you so much for sharing your experience 🙏❤️
Karla could you please give me a little update how you have been doing? I know it's been 8 months but I'm curious to how it's worked out for you or not?
Thank you for sharing your important message.
Just started taking. Thanks for review.
thank you so much you give me hope ♥️
Thank you for posting! My Dr gave me a list of 3 medications to look up for my Anxiety, Depression, and ADD. one of them up there was Effexor. She wants me on Desipramine but like you said there's like no one posting reviews for these medications. I think if Desipramine doesn't work I'll try this one.
I’m back to this video 8 weeks later and this drug has changed my life. I feel so much better. Upped to 75mg two weeks ago.
Ahh, happy to hear you’re doing well! I hope that my video helped prepare you or give you a sense of optimism
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Just picked my prescription up for this today and I will take my first dosage tomorrow morning. Thank you so much for this Video insight!
How did it go? Starting mine today.
@@A42yearoldARAB Soooo my first week of taking it I felt nauseous off and on and dizzy. Then my second week I was very tired like I could fall asleep if I got still anywhere. Now I'm on my third week and I havent had any side effects but I can tell it's working. My heart is more calm when talking to people. I just fell less anxious all together. So far so good! Good luck!
@@victoriarichardson3871 I'm glad it worked for you! I had to stop. First day, couldn't sleep, felt like I was being pricked everywhere, nausea really bad, tired at the same time, just all around didn't feel like myself. Going back to the doctor to see if zoloft is any different, or what else I can do.
@@A42yearoldARAB Ah man... That sucks that you got hit with so many of the side effects like that so quickly. Please keep me updated on whatever they prescribe you next!
@@victoriarichardson3871 I'm trying zoloft now. So far so good. Idk if I feel less anxious though, more of just like happy feeling. They said it usually takes 2 weeks to start working though. At least I can sleep with this one!
Thanks for the positivity ❤
Hey. Any updates on your medication usage and how it's working for you. Loved your video bro
Started Effexor for depression two days ago with Remeron and so far it has been terrifying. Dizziness, heart palpitations, dilated pupils, nausea, excessive yawning (lol it was so random but its actually a thing hahaha) and suuuuuuper heightened anxiety. I got a lower dosage today (I'm 5'11 & 125 pounds started with 75 now on 37.5) and watching videos like yours to calm myself down before I take my nightly dose. You seem chill! Hope your mental health is continuing to flourish.
Thanks! And i wish you the best! Like i said in the video i was terrified too. All these side effects had me freaking out, i was calling my psych’s office because i thought the drug really wasn’t for me, that these effects were red flags n stuff. And my anxiety was bad too, i was super scared to go to work haha. Lowering the dose sounds like a good move! :)
@@snowghost1753 Wow yeah sounds like a very similar experience. Along with the remeron I am also on propranolol, clonidine, and adderall (only when I'm busy with something) which could also be causing these negative reactions. Glad to know there's potential good on the horizon.
@@jacksong3085 My psych prescribed me propranolol too. But not for everyday use. I take as needed for "stage fright" quote unquote.
@@snowghost1753 Hahahhahaha yeah I never knew stage fright was a blanket term until I kept hearing it from my psychiatrist a hundred times
@@jacksong3085 SAME
I had the same experience! I was SO fatigued. I have 3 kids. I was like I can’t do this! But thank God it started to level out.
Amannda did u feel fatigue like no spirit in body in ur withdrawal please answer I m 78 days sober still feel these sym.sleep 6 7 hours daily.please answer
Is effexor sedating or activating? Does it causes hypersomnia or oversleeping?
Thanks for the video. I just started taking this for off label reasons (hint reason why you take the other drug with this one) and anxiety. I just came off Atomoxetine (another SNRI) because I started getting depressed and the fatigue wouldn't go away. So far no side effects and already working for anxiety. I am taking 37.5 for a week then going up to 75. I hear this prevents migraines too which I occasionally have.
Hello! Thanks for sharing your vidéo! I just started today the Effexor at 37.5 mg.
Ive been on Cytalopram for 3month and a half and I decided to stop because of the side effect and increase of panick attack ! I decide to stop by myself for 3weeks..but of course it just went worse for all symptom on my body and the panick crisis! So I took the decision of Starting Effexor! And really hope or will help for m'y anxiety and panick attack.
Also I am seeing a psy!
Thanks again for your tips and sharing your expérience!
Hello Nadia, how are you do on it now. Did you have any problems in the beginning?
Thanks for this 🙇🏻♀️
Thank you for the video c:
Yes, my 20yr old son said it almost immediately helped with the severe anxiety and panic feelings. It doesn't seem to do much for the mehhh feeling from depression. He was bumped up to 125mg and they added visciril as a prn too. Do you have any suggestions for an add-on for depression??
At first i missread your comment as an ADD add-on. Effexor has helped out with my depression, although I would say it is best at combatting anxiety. I personally do not take anything else besides guanfacine for add with my effexor. I know that ive seen some testimonials on the internet for people who take effexor with an additional SSRI, though.
try cymbalta
Hey dude - thank you for the insights. What are you thoughts on Effexor at this point in time - has anything changed, or are you still just as happy with it? Cheers
Im still very happy with it! I am approaching 1 year on effexor in january. about a month ago i did feel a deep in the medication's efficacy but I also missed a few psyche appointments during that time. Since then we decided to up my dose and ive been doing stellar. Effexor has just been great for me. Im glad yoy liked the video and i hope all is well!
thanks for video! i start on them today always hoping for the best but my brain always thinks the worst ekk. ! xx
i know this was posted a year ago but thank youu !
Thanks for the video. Just wondering if you're still on Effexor and how you're doing... 🌻
One of the best way to start taking it like with any anti depressant in my opinion. Is with some sort of medication for anxiety. Because snri s take a while to work and when you start one of the main common side effects is anxiety, if you already have anxiety it will boost it up. I hate doctors who don't give their patients some anxiety medication when prescribe these medications. We need to stop supporting those doctors who don't give anxiety meds when starting an anti depressant
After feeling tearful, low,flat and irritable...but no joy in my life ..I was just prescribed this today. Half a dose for about a week then the full thing afterwards. I hope it's better than the mind-numbing Citolopram/Cipramil I took years ago. I weaned myself off them.
Hey :) So how do you feel now - did it help?
Crazy, I started on 37.5mg and felt like I was on a little bit of speed for the first 3days, total opposite of you! I'm on days 8 now and am on 75mg. So far so good for me.
Good
So I am supposed to start mine tomorrow I tried 2 others that have not been working but they started me off on 150mg ER now I’m more nervous to take them ..
Yes. Lots of negatives on the Internet of this one. I'm starting it in the next couple days for severe depression, I've been paralyzed in my bed for months. 🙏 I only get triggered anxiety, I'm praying this helps me with motivation, living like a normal person, I used to be very type A very organized very clean very on top of it all, now my life has dwindled to literally just sitting in my bed numb for a year.
Blessings and good luck for you; give it time to work; the side effects will pass
may i ask did anything trigger it ?
@@tulinbeyduz920 Absolutely yes, I found myself in a long relationship with a narcissist being abused, used, just everything and it's really been the battle of my life!
Today is day 4 for me and I’m F-ing exhausted and feel like I haven’t slept in days. I’m going to switch to taking at night tonight I think. I have zero anxiety at the moment. I’m too exhausted to be anxious
I’ve only been taking it for four weeks!
Hi did You started yo feel fine from one day to another or was a gradual prosess?
I will start using venlafaxin next week, my psychiatrist said i should take it in the morning with food but i find it really hard to eat before 3pm, does it give you more energy if you take it in the morning? You take it at night but doesnt that like waste the "potential" or am i seeing this too much like a drug like ecstasy or something, sorry its really hard to explain in english haha
Good luck for you; I hope you are doing well now
I'm gald its helping you ,ive started on 37.5 and everything ive read is really negative and scary..
I'm going to try because I'm tired of depression ..
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are you still on Effexor? I started off at 37.5 for two weeks for anxiety, social anxiety and panic disorder and they upped me to 75mg yesterday. im so nervous that the initial side effects will come back since I’m starting it again. i take it around 5pm every night due to trying to avoid the side effects.
Most days I pee myself, but I dont feel sad or anxious about being in pee, that’s my accomplishment with this medication so far.
Omg that's me too! It's been about 5 weeks now and still have side effects!!
I started Effexor 3.5 weeks ago. Still anxious and loss of appetite. I think I need a higher dose? Dr. Said I could up it if I felt I needed to. Anyone lose their appetite due to anxiety?
Yes you can increase the dose. I started on 37.5 What are you taking now? My dr.’s plan was to increase the dose every 2 weeks, it worked very well. I’m on 225 now and have stayed at this dose
How long did it take for you to feel better ? I'm at one month right now and... can't tell if there's any difference. Still anxious and sleepy as hell. Other side effects are gone though. I'm at 117 ish MG. My doctor will pit me at 150 in two weeks but..
The meds started working for my anxiety at about 4 weeks in, but it definitely took 8 weeks to get the full effects.
Your so CUTE
i’m about a week into my increased dose and the waves of anxiety have been real. feel a lot of chest anxiety/butterflies, disoriented, overthinking. the nausea has lessened, i’m sleeping better, but i feel like i’m just recovering from side effects and it’s not really working on the anxiety. did u ever feel this way?
Should probably cut back then. I'm super sensitive to med my self and never had many negative side effects myself.
I was increased to 150 about 3 weeks ago after being on 35 for many years. Still feeling pretty sad and depressed. Will this improve?
I just also increased my dose 12 days ago... Riding out the side effects you are explaining for now 😞.
This was reassuring because when you google this stuff it’s scary…..
Been taking benzos for 2 years.: my doctor gave me Effexor 150mg extended release. Just started it last night and now I’m up and can’t fall back asleep. I just want my anxiety to go away and get off the benzodiazepines I’ve been taking
Congrats on getting off the benzos. Effexor is meant to get to the root of the issue and help relieve your anxiety over time, unlike benzos which are counterproductive to long-term growth.
Same here. I’ve been on benzos for 4 years, since I was 15. My anxiety has always been hard to cope with, but I wish I had known what I was getting myself into with Ativan. I’m looking into Effexor right now because I need to be OFF the benzos. It’s taken my happiness and my independence and personality away. This medication is the first thing that’s given me hope in years and I’m going in with an open mind.
This would be my 6th day on the 75mg time release but I'm not going to take it because the side effects are insane. The last 3 days I have had cold sweats and just seem to be getting worse. Haven't been able to sleep through the night and it's very hard to go to the bathroom. Keep getting this weird smell/taste popping up in my brain and other weird and annoying side effects. maybe it gets better but I'm not going to find out.
I think he meant dopamine (starting at 225).
Hlo brother can you pls tell me after how long you started having positive effect from effexor. Its the end of my second week and i m still crying of anxiety
Sorry to hear that. Hang in there. I really started to notice my symptoms go away after week 2, but the more persistent symptoms like sexual dysfunction went away slowly over about a 2 month period
Has anyone else experience heartburn on this? My chest is burning and stomach hurts :( I'm 5 days in
I've been having a totally different experience then everyone else I've heard talk about it. it could be due to the fact I'm taking other meds in conjunction but it makes me wonder. I was having some similar side effects that I blamed on trazadone but now I'm not so sure.
what have you been feeling?
@@snowghost1753 I'm relaxed and my thoughts are much more collected. I haven't had any negative side effects from it. It like instantly improved my state of mind.
I have been on it for 10 years. Starting on 75mg is normal.
May I ask what you do for work from home? I have an opportunity for remote work and I'm wondering how it works for you?
I have an office now bu sometimes still work from home. I like the flexibility of WFH. I can work at home or I can go to coffee shops, libraries, etc. being able to do that helps me keep momentum. I find that one of the downsides of working from home is how you have to discipline yourself into staying on task. At least for me, since I work as an independent contractor I am not under any supervision really..
Just took my first dose today after I ate when I took it I tried not to think about it then I started to feel panicy and anxious and I felt and overwhelming of like emotions and then I got really scared. Felt like I was just jittery and on the edge and freaked out about everything. I feel nervous and scared and I even cried. Im scared to take my second dose.
First 2 weeks are bad but after a month or two it starts benefiting you.
I have been on venlafaxine(effexor) for two weeks on 37.5mg and started on septemer 7th on 75mg. How long until it will remove my social anxiety and panic disorder? Does it work?
How are you doing now?
@@kunalsoni1315 It helps a litte bit but I just started at 150mg on septemer 21. I don’t know if it will treat my anxiety.
I’m 2 weeks on 35 mg I’m super sensitive to meds , I had crazy anxiety when I started at the 75 mg dose so my psych lowered it. The problem is I get insomnia from anything higher did it level out for you if you ever experienced this? I take in the AM because I find it somewhat stimulating.
I have problems with falling asleep in general. It's very hard for me. But the effexor made me so tired during the first couple weeks, so it actually helped me get to sleep. Try drinking the Yogi Kava Stress Relief tea, it helps me relax and get to sleep. That being said, it sounds like a good thing that your psych lowered your dose for now. Every last one of the side effects leveled out for me with time. I was very scared when i started effexor but just stick with it, it will go away and you'll be able to sleep again and feel much better
@@snowghost1753 thanks so much for the feedback I start overthinking and like you said turn to Dr.Google and question everything. I’ll definitely try that tea too! I take a few otc sleep aids now and melatonin so i definitely have a problem with sleep in general too lol. I had a massive headache today though that lasted hours , going to try and stay more hydrated Tommorow and not overthink everything.
@@anjadesmarais7808 Yes don't overthink! And always drink plenty of water. Just know lots of people go through it with effexor and then feel better you're not alone. What otc sleep aids work for you?
@@anjadesmarais7808 how did you get on with the meds in the end?
@@AntonyJS I never really made it to a “therapeutic “ dose . I take one and half 25mg a day. anything more i really didn’t feel emotions much . I also got pregnant in the meantime so didn’t want to up the dose .
i think once you hit 225 it starts to work on dopamine a little bit. 150mg is enough to effect norepinephrine i believe.
Do you feel like your symptoms would have been easier if you would have started at a lower dose ?
Hmm, yes. But I think it would be better to say that my symptoms would have been worse if I started on a higher dose. I started at a low dose, 37.5mg. I was able to handle it pretty well and I think its a good starting point.
I wish I had the guts to take an SSRI ! But I feel like I have more of ''MENTAL ANXIETY'' not physical anxiety.
All I do is overthink, worry & complain 24/7
IDK if medication would help that,My anxiety isn't physical as in heart racing, short breathes, tight chest ect.
Best of luck bud.
This is exactly what Effexor helps me with. Mental anxiety. Medication can help you
How are u doing now ? Are u still on meds ?
Hi have you experienced tinnitus on effexor?
During the initial side effects, yes, when I was very fatigued. In general it hasn't made my tinnitus any better or worse.
My pupils are huge.. does this stop ? Ive been started at 75.5
Haven't heard of that before... Lol maybe try asking the Effexor subreddit if anyone has had that side effect.
This is the same thing as venaflaxin? If so my side effects are a racing heart for me.
Yes effexor is just the brand name! I had fast heartbeat too a bit, and anxiety in my chest. Thankfully it all dropped away
@@snowghost1753 yea I'm noticing that as well. As far as anxiety little over three weeks I've been taking it and noticable less anxiety as well.
Red ginseng in general is really good
Hi brother! Thanks for your sharings.. Do you drink alcohol while you take efaxor? Thank you
I meant to cover this in the video. Yes I do. At first I didn’t have any for a few weeks. But i think with effexor i get drunker a little faster. But at this point, I can’t tell the difference
@@snowghost1753 Thank you for the amswer. Today I started to take Effxor 37.5 and Xanax 0.5.
My doctor said 'do not drink' but I think I can drink at least once A week.. :) Have a nice day bro
@@ShortHaberEglence xanax can make you go crazy and/or black out when drinking...seen it happen to a few people
I’m on day 7 on Effexor..I have had no side effects other than my appetite has decreased and I feel unmotivated.
I have health anxiety and overthinking.
I’m supposed to be starting his med like weeks ago honestly but I’m
Scared.
you got this!! It has helped me so much. Definitely worth a few side effects at first!
Stop taking it. You'll never get off it.
Is effexor sedating or activating? Does it causes hypersomnia or oversleeping?
I never had problems with either of those. It helped me sleep normally
@@snowghost1753 excellent!
Been on it for a week. 37.5mg for 4 days now 75mg for 5 days. My anxiety is bad and I’m having weird thoughts and feelings that scare me. Anyone else??
My first week was like that too. Especially since you increased your dosage already. Weird stuff can happen when starting a new med! But it’s just your body adjusting. Try to remain calm, stay hydrated, eat well.
Same here, hopefully it goes away once my body adjusts to the meds
I'm too scared to try it I read really
Scary side effects but my anxiety is really really bad has been since the pandemic started. Biofeedback is really helping me though
Just finished a week on 75mg for Anxiety. Yeah mine's more like butterflies in my stomach, got a fortnights worth of a benzo (clobazam) to counteract this. Definitely has a piqued effect for me. Few shakes here and there. Hasn't really helped with the Executive Function issues or being able to plan etc. But I don't think the GAD is the cause of this. Seeking treatment for ADHD but Psychiatrist said needed to get this sorted first. Don't feel quite so much time sickness is something I have noticed in this short time.
where are you at now?
Are you still on it?
I started venlafaxine 3 days ago, 37.5mg and have felt great, I've felt calm, relaxed, definitely more focused, I've also lost the desire to drink alcohol as well, Hopefully it isn't a placebo effect, but I like this..
How are you now? Are you still on it?
thanks i needed to hear this, just took my first DF oze today, after having it in my drawer for 3 months
I've been on it now for about 5 weeks and the side effects are brutal. I'm still having them just not as bad. I'm seriously worried it's going to screw me up big time!
It's the jacket and the crooked septum for me 🙃 had that issue all the time
I stopped it after 3 days, could not handle the side effects. I hated it and couldn’t function
Me neither. Took me about a week and a half to be able to function. I literally laid in bed almost that whole time! And i was scared to talk to almost anyone haha. Those feelings went away as fast as they came.
thanks...everyone.
75? never takin it before and they started me at 150mg once a day
I can remember when i started with it. The side effects that i gor was more anxiety. Or maybe it was me...because i got of another medicine in the same time . Now im on 150mg but i need to upper the dose with 37.5mg extra. I think because my breakup months ago. She left me bc i was depressive and ''can't handle'' me. She did not say that but now after 5 months after the breakup i know that was the reason. it was more easy to pick another guy than support and help me. Having sex was more dificult but i forced myself. My libido was almost zero and after a week she becomes almost crazy from me. 😂 I dont want to think about her anymore but its so difficult. 3years together and then we broke up and 2 months later she got already another one. And me...i stay single since the breakup. I need more attention for myself.
Yeah man, that's the right idea, focus on yourself, until you're confident in yourself and love yourself, you will not have a healthy relationship otherwise.
Women are such cruel creatures
Hi snow ghost - just checking to see whether you are still on Effexor XR. If so, is it still working well? Just began on it this week. Had bad side effects for first 24 hours w/ 75mg then dropped to 40mg and they lessened. I have ADHD as well and I take Adderall when needed.
I see your comment is very old but yes, still on it 11 months after you posted! It is continuing to work well.
I haven't even taken my first dose and I'm freaking out 😬.
I was on amitriptyline but it made me more tired and depressed than I already was.
Omg same here:I just got prescribed this in 37.5mg once a day and I’m afraid to take it now😳with all the side effects.I have panic attacks and anxiety as I have heart palpitations at night,can’t sleep at all and have thoughts of having a heart attack.I was taking Prozac for a month and it gave me headaches and major insomnia.so doctor switched me to this and now I’m scared to take it.😩😩..heard this may cause faster heart rate a d I do not need that right now.I am using this only for anxiety as I am not depressed at all..
@@sheena_marie5936 same. My anxiety gives me mild heart palpitations, paranoia and racing heart with the sweats. I have depression as well but the side affects make me nervous.
How are you feeling now? I'm new to it and it's brutal!
@@kimberlyk3928 I honestly like it way better than the four others I've tried, I stopped for a bit, then started again. I'm now taking 75 mg and I have a clear head and more energy than before. I Haven't had a panic attack in a while either. Sometimes if I take it late I get a headache that lasts an hour, sometimes I get jittery, but overall it works great! None of the bad side effects really. Despite the jitters I sleep pretty good for someone with insomnia, no libido problems either, or depressive episodes.
@@kimberlyk3928 I was freaky first couple days, but it evens out. If you have issues longer than the first two weeks, at least in my case, it may not be the one for you.
I have been on Effexor XL so long. I on 150mg. Just started 225mg. No side effects ever. Just lucky I suppose.
You have no idea how lucky you are! I'm new to it and it's been brutal!!!
Wait until you try getting off it.
@@mitragyninethespeciosa6891 I'm going to try now. I'm so scared. I'm on 37.5mg now and I will be for a while and very slowly cut back!
@@kimberlyk3928how was your experience?
Been on effexor for 5 years and now trying to get off it is literally hell. Worst period of my life.
Effexor has worked well for me and my other meds. I'm on 300mg so that works for me. The sex drive is non existence lol
Take saffron. It’ll fix it
I'm doing a research study for this drug..
Me and 22 others are taking 112.5 mg tomorrow! Pay is $2800 we only take it once.
interesting… With what company?
Are they still offering the research study? If so, I’m interested.
@@snowghost1753 novum pharmaceutical las Vegas. Sorry for the late reply. 😅
Hi has anyone took this for depersonalization im absolutely fed up 😔😢
I'm about to take it Monday hopefully it help
This is my main issue that I am interesting in taking this med for. Any update for you?
@@ryleehabel9761 heyyt
i am taking it for anxiety and depersonalization is a huge symptom for me. a week into taking this med, my depersonalization has improved immensely. i still am very anxious and i just increased my dose so i’m nowhere near doing well, but the depersonalization was really bothering me and it has lessened a bunch.
@@autumnrizzo9812 hi could u help me please
How are you now?? I’m so scared to take it a lot of people say you will end up in emergency room! I don’t want a heart attack
People say that it’s so scary. They are probably talking about the withdrawals from quitting, especially if you mess up and try to quit cold turkey. That’s just not the way to do it. But i’m doing good! I’ve been taking 225mg for a few months now and my side effects are gone!
@@snowghost1753 lol I've tried tapering. Worst I've ever felt.
Be careful. I was on and off of it for 15 years. It raises your blood pressure. Heart issues down the road. Withdrawal symptoms are crucial.
why were you on and off? What made you decide to stop for the first time and then decide to get back on? I love that it has helped so much with my anxiety but I do like the idea of stopping at some point and not being on any medications.
You look like teddy from snowfall very helpful video though thank you
I felt awful on this medication didn’t want to do anything
Thanx snowghost
you’re welcome rebecca way
@@snowghost1753 update: life has been chill. FX-er is pretty chill 👍🏼
@@beckywaytoomuch Oh good. Glad to hear it’s going well :p
I just got my prescription.. I’m scared as hell😂
How is it with you? did it work and what was your dose
It works like stimulant how can you take it for anxiety..
The most embarrasing thing is not getting hard at 30......I hate medication
I'm trying to come off effexor and it's horrible. The withdrawal symptoms are just horrible. Please don't go on these...ask your doctor for something else.
Take a low dose of Prozac every few days that will knock out your withdrawals
@@wulfsorenson8859 Do you mean cold turkey effexor and then prozac when the withdrawals present themselves?
@@TheNationalWellnessOrg yes
Why do y’all stop cold turkey then get surprised when y’all get these side effects
@@Lexlex11848 I didn't stop cold turkey I've tried tapering and it's literally the worst I've ever felt. Even worse than my worst days of my normal depression.
Probably shouldn’t be doing this video while driving. 🤪
i wouldn’t take a high dose.
I started the medicine 3 days ago and I'm sorry but the sound of your wipers is causing me anxiety lol. I can't watch the full video.Hopefully the medicine helps with this crap
hahah yeah sorry about that. at a certain point i’m not in my car anymore so at least you can listen to that part
Week one after starting Apo-Venlafaxine XR (Canadian version of Effexor XR). Loss of appetite as it makes my food not taste as good, dry mouth, wired at night. Sexual side affects - decline in sex drive, problems getting erection ...and cannot ejaculate. On a good note though they alleviate some of the anxiety. Probably take a month or so to work to their full potential. I'll give these more time yet before I draw a final conclusion on how these work for me. Thanks for the video.
How are they working for you now? I'm about 4 weeks in and side effects are brutal!
@@kimberlyk3928 I had to quit taking these. Told the doctor they were not agreeing with me, so he switched me over to something else.
@@lennysrubber_boots1908 do you mind telling me what he switched you to?
@@kimberlyk3928 The doctor now has me on two types of medication. The first one is called Mar-Sertraline 25MG, and the other is called Mint Aripiprazole 2MG. So far these have been working very well for me. I have not experienced any side effects, and they allieviate my anxiety and panic attacks. My experience with these could be different than yours however, as everyone reacts differently to medications. Hope this helps you if you decide to try these. Also they are not addictive which is good.
@@lennysrubber_boots1908 Isn’t the Sertraline the generic form of Zoloft?? Also what are the two meds you are taking prescribed for? I don’t think I have heard of these and might need to look into this. If you can give me info, thank you. If not, It’s ok. Glad this is working for you. I get so many side effects from meds, the reviews of pushing through the side effects seem a bit rough.
It will b hell if u ever decide to discontinue. Effexor & Paxil r d worst. Weeks of living hell. Then comes d withdrawal, which could b months or yrs