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Posted by SAW on August 23, 2004, at 2:03:39
Hi
I know yawning is a side effect of Efexor. What a nuicence. My yawns are constant, huge and end in a throat constriction that leaves me unable to breath for a few seconds. I have to suck in air quite sharply to get my breath back. Then I'm dizzy for a second or two. I have been taking Efexor XR 75mg for three weeks. If anyone else has experienced this side effect, did it eventually ease up?
Another annoying side effect is that I startle very easily, especially with movement from peripheral vision. If something moves slightly or looks as though it is going to fall, I get a huge fright. If there is a loud noise or something like that, the fright I get reduces me to tears.
Anyone experience one or both of the above?
Regards
Sabrina
Posted by beatrix34 on August 23, 2004, at 21:39:51
In reply to Efexor's Yawn, posted by SAW on August 23, 2004, at 2:03:39
I had the yawning, that didn't last very long though...I didn't startle easily though I was more just spaced out...hope they get better for you.
Posted by sobstory on August 24, 2004, at 12:54:15
In reply to Re: Efexor's Yawn, posted by beatrix34 on August 23, 2004, at 21:39:51
I definately had the yawns alot, and alot of constricted throat and chest muscles after I yawned, so it felt like I couldn't breath for a few seconds. When that happens, relax your jaw and throat as much as you can, and it'll help release the tension. I think it happens because it makes your jaw so tense. My jaw kept shaking too. It will ease up after a few weeks. Mine is practically gone now.
Posted by PoohBear on August 25, 2004, at 13:34:44
In reply to Re: Efexor's Yawn, posted by sobstory on August 24, 2004, at 12:54:15
I kinda thought the massive yawns were nice, kinda made me feel like a cat, even though I'm a Pooh Bear...
Tony
Posted by Cybele on August 27, 2004, at 8:46:43
In reply to Efexor's Yawn, posted by SAW on August 23, 2004, at 2:03:39
> Hi
>
> I know yawning is a side effect of Efexor. What a nuicence. My yawns are constant, huge and end in a throat constriction that leaves me unable to breath for a few seconds. I have to suck in air quite sharply to get my breath back. Then I'm dizzy for a second or two. I have been taking Efexor XR 75mg for three weeks. If anyone else has experienced this side effect, did it eventually ease up?
>
> Another annoying side effect is that I startle very easily, especially with movement from peripheral vision. If something moves slightly or looks as though it is going to fall, I get a huge fright. If there is a loud noise or something like that, the fright I get reduces me to tears.
>
> Anyone experience one or both of the above?
>I had the yawns. They went away after 2 or 3 weeks.
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