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Posted by SandiDee on August 23, 2005, at 18:17:25
In reply to Re: Effexor and wellbutrin, posted by TinMan on August 20, 2005, at 11:05:54
Today I saw my Doctor, a well informed one at that, about adding wellbutrin along with my effexor xr to combat the side effects I have experienced. She agreed that it may be what I need to "boost" my sex life a bit. I started today at 150 mg. wellbutrin, along with the 150 I take already of effexor xr. Hopefully the side effects of the wellbutrin will be minimal, which is what my Dr. expects. We talked at great length about the 2 meds, and she is very helpful, compassionate, and also careful. I would be interested to hear from anyone who has taken this combination as to what they have experienced. (a message to "TinMan", hang in there, I think I know what your going through, and I'm thinking about you. This thread has also been a godsend for me, I thought I was lost for a long time.)
Posted by julish on August 23, 2005, at 20:03:56
In reply to Re: Effexor and wellbutrin, posted by SandiDee on August 23, 2005, at 18:17:25
I am taking 300 Wellbutrin and 150 Effexor. Still not quite at the right dosage--but the wellbutrin does help. My pdoc suggests that I may need to increase to 450 Wellbutrin. I have to agree with that-- I think I'm on the right track.... two steps forward, one step back, kind of a thing going on with me.
Posted by TinMan on August 24, 2005, at 16:59:07
In reply to Re: Effexor and wellbutrin, posted by SandiDee on August 23, 2005, at 18:17:25
> Today I saw my Doctor, a well informed one at that, about adding wellbutrin along with my effexor xr to combat the side effects I have experienced. She agreed that it may be what I need to "boost" my sex life a bit. I started today at 150 mg. wellbutrin, along with the 150 I take already of effexor xr. Hopefully the side effects of the wellbutrin will be minimal, which is what my Dr. expects. We talked at great length about the 2 meds, and she is very helpful, compassionate, and also careful. I would be interested to hear from anyone who has taken this combination as to what they have experienced. (a message to "TinMan", hang in there, I think I know what your going through, and I'm thinking about you. This thread has also been a godsend for me, I thought I was lost for a long time.)
Hey, thanks for your words of support. So far, so good on reducing the dose of Effexor from 225 to 150 mg. I did have a mild panic attack this a.m. but knowing that it was a withdrawal symptom, I am okay.
Please let me know how you do on the Wellbutrin/Effexor combo. My Dr. does not want to put more AD's into my system, which is good BUT, I do want a sex life!
Sexless in Oz,
TinMan
Posted by tidge on August 24, 2005, at 17:51:50
In reply to effexor/brain quivers, posted by PamA on August 18, 2005, at 5:57:16
does anyone get hypotension with this drug...i'm on 225mg and feel faint and week everytime i get out of bed or stand on my feet for a long period of time. i'm also on wellbutrin 150mgsr twice daily and thinking about also asking my pdoc for provigil.
Posted by 4WD on August 24, 2005, at 20:49:33
In reply to hypotension, posted by tidge on August 24, 2005, at 17:51:50
> does anyone get hypotension with this drug...i'm on 225mg and feel faint and week everytime i get out of bed or stand on my feet for a long period of time. i'm also on wellbutrin 150mgsr twice daily and thinking about also asking my pdoc for provigil.
Hi. I didn't get hypotension but it did lower my blood pressure a little from maybe 120/80 down to 105/65. I was only taking 37.5mg though. So it is definitely possible.
Marsha
Posted by graceneeded on August 31, 2005, at 7:59:56
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
OK guys and gals ready for a ride? I will take my last Effexor XR on Saturday and be off Wellbutrin by Sept.12th. Going to go med free for a change (God willing). Have been on meds for over 12 years and I want to see if all I learned about depression, anxiety and OCD can be put to use. I rely alot on support from folks just like you and know we can survive! Keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I am sure I will be checking in but will not take Effexor again (God willing!!!!!) Danny
Posted by graceneeded on August 31, 2005, at 8:07:31
In reply to Re: Effexor and wellbutrin, posted by TinMan on August 24, 2005, at 16:59:07
Tinman there is a saying among the guys on one of my other links (Do IT Depressed)(Do It Anxious) or (Do It Affraid). You get the point. I know how you feel about the lack of sex-drive on the Effexor. For me it was a God send because thats all my mind would think about. The Effexor took it away as well as my desire. But as the above phrases say I went through the motions and the drive was restored thanks to my loving wife. We may not desire to do somethings but don't stop because the feelings will follow. Good luck and see you on the other side of Effexor. Danny
Posted by bookit on September 2, 2005, at 10:18:38
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
My doc has me on 500mg of Lamictal which is not working too well. He wants to put me on Effexor. At what dosage should I begin?
Posted by Razor on September 5, 2005, at 1:41:25
In reply to Re: Anyone had success on Effexor XR?, posted by bookit on September 2, 2005, at 10:18:38
> My doc has me on 500mg of Lamictal which is not working too well. He wants to put me on Effexor. At what dosage should I begin?
After two years on cerzone it wasn't working. I've been on Effexor several months and it had quickly restored some happiness in life.
For me, each med seems to work for a few months or years and then doesn't. Maybe someday they can take a bloodtest and tell us what will work for each of us. Until then we have to work through the list and see which one works and which ones don't.
Good luck and if Effexor doesn't work for you, then tell your Dr and try something else. Something will.
Posted by graceneeded on September 5, 2005, at 7:10:16
In reply to Anyone had success on Effexor XR? , posted by jp on October 24, 1999, at 14:59:14
Well I took my last 75mg. of Effexor XL on Saturday. From 225 to 0 in 2-3 weeks and boy what a noise in my head. I can hear my eyes move. Will be off Welburtin by Thursday so I guess I will be leaving this site soon. Had to take Dramimene and Benedrayl yesterday from seasickness. Keep me in your prayers. I am eating everything in sight.
Danny
Posted by gardenergirl on September 5, 2005, at 19:29:21
In reply to Off of Effexor as of Yesterday, posted by graceneeded on September 5, 2005, at 7:10:16
Hi,
Good luck on your withdrawal from Effexor. I just wanted to let you know that I redirected your posts and related replies to the Withdrawal board.Here is a link. http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/wdrawl/20050822/msgs/551052.html
Regards,
gg acting as deputy for Dr. Bob
Posted by wildcard on September 6, 2005, at 17:57:51
In reply to Re: Anyone had success on Effexor XR?, posted by bookit on September 2, 2005, at 10:18:38
Effexor XR has worked the best so far and i've been on several meds.. My doc started me at 37.5mg for a week, then upped me to 75mg which wasnt helping so then 150mg and 225mg. I never took the 225mg but im about to start tomorrow. I do have to take 2-3 mg of klonopin daily though b/c effexor tends to make me feel edgy. Its worth a try.
Posted by Nervous Rob on September 7, 2005, at 10:08:42
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by TinMan on August 20, 2005, at 15:23:23
I just started effexor XR (on second dose of 75mg). Has anyone had any heart related ailments? I had a heart attack and bypass surgery about 3 months ago. I'm taking beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, Klonopin and Xanax as well as the effexor. I don't know how I am standing erect, but I am hoping that I can start getting over my GAD since the anxiety is not helping my overall pschye as well as my heart condition. I was also wondering if anyone had any experiences with their heart that they want to share.
Thank you all for posting. Reading them has made me feel I am far from alone in this struggle.
Posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 10:15:37
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by Nervous Rob on September 7, 2005, at 10:08:42
i know that effexor makes my heart feel like it's *racing* at times...i dont know if it really is but it sure feels like it! the klonopin usually helps though so it cld be anxiety?
Posted by graceneeded on September 7, 2005, at 10:36:55
In reply to Off of Effexor as of Yesterday, posted by graceneeded on September 5, 2005, at 7:10:16
Well I thought I was off Effexor. I had to take a 75mg pill last night to stop the noise from my eyes. I went 3 days without any. Will see if I can go 4 days this time etc...
Posted by TinMan on September 7, 2005, at 10:45:22
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 10:15:37
> i know that effexor makes my heart feel like it's *racing* at times...i dont know if it really is but it sure feels like it! the klonopin usually helps though so it cld be anxiety?
Yes, every once in a while, my heart feels like it is *racing*, too. My BP seems to be lower, though. Interesting side effects. -TinMan
Posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 11:15:07
In reply to Re: Off of Effexor as of Yesterday back on today, posted by graceneeded on September 7, 2005, at 10:36:55
yeah, when i stopped the effexor the first few days were the hardest but i had no s/e after that....after a month and 1/2 im back on it though....
Posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 11:17:17
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by TinMan on September 7, 2005, at 10:45:22
yes that is interesting...effexor usually raises blood pressure doesnt it??
Posted by graceneeded on September 7, 2005, at 11:25:23
In reply to Re: Off of Effexor as of Yesterday back on today » graceneeded, posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 11:15:07
Why back on Effexor? Was it the best for you? If I go back on meds I hope it ain't Effexor. What are you taking it for if I can Ask? Danny
Posted by graceneeded on September 7, 2005, at 11:25:46
In reply to Re: Off of Effexor as of Yesterday back on today » graceneeded, posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 11:15:07
Why back on Effexor? Was it the best for you? If I go back on meds I hope it ain't Effexor. What are you taking it for if I can Ask? Danny
Posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 11:30:59
In reply to Re: Off of Effexor as of Yesterday back on today, posted by graceneeded on September 7, 2005, at 11:25:23
I have tried soooo many AD's w/o success and effexor xr is the only one that helps me. i take it for severe depression,social and general anxiety along w/ klonopin. i just took 225mg today and i take 1-2mg of klonopin a day. i have NO motivation though so my doc will hopefully add wellbutrin. i quit b/c once again i thought i cld feel better *mind over matter* but i promised myself if i felt bad again, i wld start again before the depression was too bad. ask anything. im glad to help. Abbey
Posted by scaredofmeds on September 7, 2005, at 20:19:23
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by TinMan on September 7, 2005, at 10:45:22
I just started this today and already i don't know if i like the way it makes me feel. It knocked me out for 4 hours midday. I suffer from ptsd & depression. I have tried several meds but don't like the way i feel when i'm on them. I have also noticed that my jaw is almost always clinched- which is going to give me a horrible headache. Any suggestions from anyone will be welcome. Also.....I have the worst case of nausea that i have ever had in my life. Can't even think of food i want to hurl.
Thank You!!!
Posted by Nervous Rob on September 7, 2005, at 22:28:22
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by Nervous Rob on September 7, 2005, at 10:08:42
I see so much written about the effects of withdrawal. I am taking the med only for GAD. Luckily I don't have any depression. I thought I might stay on this for a month or two and then stop. Is this a mistake? Do you take this medicine for the rest of your life or just until you improve enough to live without it?
Thanks again and God bless all of you for this support group esp Dr Bob.
Posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 22:37:53
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by Nervous Rob on September 7, 2005, at 22:28:22
I too have major depressive d/o,PTSD,social and general anxiety and after MANY meds., effexor xr works best for me. The first week or so is the hardest re: the s/e but once it evens out, most of those go away or lesson. Good luck. It takes time!!
Posted by wildcard on September 7, 2005, at 22:42:18
In reply to Re: effexor xr and side effects, posted by Nervous Rob on September 7, 2005, at 22:28:22
Hey Rob! Effexor works well for GAD but it's hard to say if u wld. need the med. for the rest of ur life. Usually if u take the meds. and go through therapy w/ a GOOD therapist, some people realize what (if the anxiety is triggered by something) they can do differently and can function w/o the meds..Everyone is different so time will tell. I hope the best for you!
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