Posted by Emma Smith on March 21, 2004, at 15:01:12
In reply to Re: got FAT? To Jesstam:, posted by realblonde48 on March 20, 2004, at 21:59:05
Hi,
I agree with you that the weight gain is most depressing. So sad that this has to be one of the "side effects."
When I lost weight in the beginning, I thought "Yes!!! I must be one of the lucky ones who won't gain!" I didn't expect to lose weight, but I was hoping that eating right and exercising would help me maintain. Ugh.
Can you tell me a bit more about your weaning strategy? This week I decided to take my 75mg dose every other day. Didn't really bother me that much. However, my body knew when it needed the next dose. Should I stay here for awhile? Or should I go every 3rd day? Or should I cut back the dose every other day? Of course the doctor would rather I wait a couple of more months. But, I feel my stressors and triggers are gone right now and I'd like to try and "handle" it.
Any suggestions? I, too, would love to hear from others who took off the weight after discontinuing the Effexor. Good luck to you!
poster:Emma Smith
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