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Posted 2/24/2015 4:21 PM (GMT 0)
Is any1 on Venlafaxine
I got perscribed this to day and darnt take it as ive only been off sertraline a few days and scared it myt do some harm??
Posted 2/24/2015 4:24 PM (GMT 0)
I take it, I take 37.5mg, what were you given? I had no side effects from starting, but I'm only me and can't say you wouldn't get any. What are your concerns starting it?
Posted 2/24/2015 4:51 PM (GMT 0)
Coz ive only been off sertraline 3 days.. and im due for a night out for my hen nyt so dont no if i can drink?? I been percribed 75g
Posted 2/24/2015 5:43 PM (GMT 0)
Well if you don't drink alot, I don't think a couple drinks will hurt you. BUT, you can always start it the day after your night out. :) It's your choice whether to take it or not, or even when to start it. Being off the sertraline for 3 days are you going thru withdraw side effects? Starting a new med might make it better for you. I wish you all the best, whenever you start taking it.

My shrink is suppose to up my dose to 75mg but my appt got cancelled and isn't rescheduled until March 31st, going to try to see if they have any cancellations to get in sooner cause my anxiety although a bit better I think would be even better with a increase.
Posted 2/24/2015 6:46 PM (GMT 0)
Dan,

I am confused...

...are you concerned about starting your new med (Venlafaxine) too soon after stopping the Sertraline?

...or are you asking if you can drink with an SSRI?

The answer to the latter is no...I don't think you should mix alcohol in with a discontinuation and a start up! Way too much going on with that scenario. Drinking is ill advised as the effects of the alcohol are increased with an SSRI...and the drugs efficacy is reduced...double no-no.

The answer to when you should start your new Rx should be answered by your prescribing doctor. Please call and get advised on that.

Wishing you the best on your new start up. After you get instruction from your doctor and start...

...keep us posted, and we will keep you in support!

S.C.
Posted 2/25/2015 8:22 AM (GMT 0)
Doctor said i should start it yesterday but i was too scared..its not my hen night till the 21st march but im due another night out 7th and rly want a drink and let my hair down.. i came off sertraline 4 days ago so currently not on anything..so dont no wether to stay like this or take medication..i kept getting palpatations where as yesterday i had only 2 .so wondering if it was the sertraline..just dont no what to do for best :'( xx
Posted 2/25/2015 5:35 PM (GMT 0)
Dan,

Encouraging you to make the best decision for yourself and your recovery.

Going out/being social is an important aspect of life...but much fun can be had without alcohol.

Sometimes you must weigh the cost...and ultimately make right choice for the long run...even if it isn't easy.

Your health is priority number one! :)

S.C.
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