Posted by Althea8869 on March 2, 2004, at 9:19:09
In reply to Re: New Effexor User - Input Welcome » amaranta, posted by Sleepless in Seattle on March 2, 2004, at 4:03:56
Amaranta - Sleepless is right on the money. You are hearing all the bad because 'happy' people generally arent posting to these boards(there are exceptions). Despite all the bad you've read, the bottom line is Effexor is an excellent AD. If you want to assure yourself just start surfing the web for clinical trials data. I was on effexor xr for 4 years, it was the only AD that ever worked for me. Most side effects go away within 2-3 weeks if not sooner. The most important thing about this drug to know is that it does have a VERY short half-life. If you miss a dose, you'll know about it. Most learn this the hard way and as a result dont miss many doses thereafter.
Take Sleepless' advice and dont get too caught up in all that you read on these boards about effexor. Just let it do its thing.
Take care.
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