Good advice Wes yes I agree, I certainly don't want to be going back to trying another one at this stage. I was on Lexapro years ago for approx. 3 years and went off for some crazy reason, got so...
Hi Kcsmith72 I know how are you feeling, its frustrating.due to feeling anxious ive been searching the internet for some support. I have read that you need to really sit at a therapeutic dose for...
Hi Everyone I seem to be facing the a similar issue. I started on Lexapro 10 weeks ago and have had a med increase to 30mg 17 days ago, I was feeling great for a few days then again morning anxiety...
Hi Everyone I'm on Brintellix too - 10mg 4 weeks with relief and some ups and downs, I'm also grieving for my dad who died in October last year - 15mg for 10 days, very teary with anxiety and nausea...
Thanks so much S.C, you always know what to say for comfort Ill check out Grief Share than you X...
Hey Country Hearts I have just followed your thread, I lost my dad in October so I understand your pain. I'm really feeling the pain and sadness you are talking about right now, I have cried so much...
Hi everyone I haven't been on here for a while so much has been going on. I lost my beautiful dad to cancer last year in October, He was diagnosed and gone within 4 weeks, its been devastating for my...
Hi everyone I haven't been back here for a while, Hope you are all doing pretty well I have been on Effexor 300mg for just over 12mths now and have been fairly stable, have also been on Seroquel the...
Hi Hibbee Thanks for the advice yes I am seeing a Pdoc and I understand that they know medication but I have been mostly struggling with the fogginess,depersonalisation and obsessive thoughts about...
Hi there Could really do with some advice. I have been on Effexor for 12mths for GAD mostly/depression going all the way up to 450mg, have been there for 6weeks. Im having a good couple of weeks then...
Thanks for your replys. It's very frustrating riding the waves. The depression sux. I'm functioning but just not feeling myself which I struggle with. Just want some consistency. The seroquel is...
Hi everyone I havent been on here for a while but could do with some support, I have been on Effexor since Sept last year and have gradually gone up to 375mg, have been on this dose for 4 weeks, I...
Hi there dont know if anyone has used this but I have been taking 1000mg of Vitex (chaste berry) for approx 3 weeks, I had stabilised on 300mg of Effexor and was doing well. My endocrinologist...
Hi Lisa How are you? just checking in again you must be at nearly 4 weeks now on 225mg. Im doing really well now still consistent and feeling much more like myself - 10weeks tomorrow at 300mg. Are...
Hi Lisa, How are you going darl? Been thinking of you today. I am on week 8 of 300mg and doing pretty well, no anxiety for the last 2 and half weeks. Pre menstrual now ok so far, due in 5 days so we...
Yes patience is all you need, I know I'm resistant to take benzo too but now and again is ok and I'm sure it will make a difference and give your body and brain the break it needs, I know I think...
remember Lisa, that 13 weeks is from when you started, it really does take time to tirate in your system, take a benzo as needed in the short term. I really think this is the last increase for you....
Hi Lisa, with every dose increase there is bound to be an increase in anxiety I'm sure it will subside. Remember you have had some good weeks, if this is the last increase for you , I'm sure you will...
Hi Lisa All up it's been 18 weeks, but as I said you have to get to the right dosage for you and then it can take another few weeks to stabilise. I take an iron supplement and yes sometimes I feel...
Hi Lisa Great to hear from you. I have been 300mg which is what I balanced on last time, I had some anxiety when I was 2 weeks in and he told me that last time I stabilised on 300mg at 10-12weeks...
Hi Lisa How are you going? been thinking of you. How was Christmas? I have now been 5 weeks on Effexor, I have had more consistency, alittle anxiety especially PMS but doing ok. Hope things are...
Also the Endo Doc told me that in Australia there is a blood test that costs $270 and it tells you what antidepressant is best for you. AFter being on Effexor for a while with some consistency I may...
Hi Lisa and Hibee I went and saw an Endocrinologist last week and she confirmed I have severe PMS and with PCOS its affecting the chemicals in my brain and due to the fact I had severe depression...
I'm carrying on as best I can. Sorry to hear you are not doing so good. I get very scared of this feeling , like it's going to be permenant even though I know logically no feeling is permenant . Are...
Hi Everyone Hope you are doing ok, sending hugs to those struggling. I have been on a very long journey starting up on Effexor just over 3 mths ago. I have had some good days and weeks , have had...
Hi Lisa, Im turning 40 tomorrow and Im usually excited for my birthday but not so much because of how I am feeling. Its very hormonal for sure, Im sure I will get relief when it comes soon.last time...
Hi Lisa I was on 262.5mg as you know for 8 days then as my period is approaching I was getting a little flat and some more anxiety, no panic attacks just not feeling myself again. SO I upped it on...
Hi Lisa How are things? Im on day 8 now of 262.5, a weird dose but after a few days of some mild S/Es Im feeling pretty good, Im going to see how things go over the next few weeks, If I have any dips...
Im sure the increase will help I was successful on 150mg for 6 years but when I lost my brother to cancer at only 35 I struggle with the anxiety but instead of increasing I changed over to Lexapro....
Hi Jen Its just your anxiety making you think this way, you are not going crazy. Have you got a good therapist you could see? Also maybe seeing a Pdoc to discuss options of medication. Im on Effexor...
Hi Lisa Yes I think this is the way it goes, yes I do a feel a bit better today then I did yesterday, I know its working, just slowly. I had some really good days and weeks so Im sure its just the...
Hi 2frogs I doesn't sound like your getting worse just that you may not be at the right dose, if you are having some good days here and there that is usually a good sign, In saying that Im having a...
Hi 2frogs, What dose were you on last time? I have been right up to 300mg of Effexor 5 years ago and my Pdoc said that its unusual that you will get stability at a lower dose if you stabilised at the...
I have been on 262.5 since Thursday so just 4 days. Im hoping because I have had some good days and weeks Ill be fine eventually. My sleep is good, My appetite is good I know I am much better than 2...
Hi everyone I would love some advice and will call my Pdoc tomorrow. I have increased to 262.5mg of Effexor after being on 225mg of Effexor for nearly 5 weeks, I have some good weeks but last week...
Hi Lisa Just checking in to see how you are going? Have you gone up a dose yet? Im now approaching 5 weeks at 225mg, doing pretty well......sleep is better,jitters gone, appetite good. I know you...
I know it's scary but just keep telling your self it's only temporary , I promise u will get well, reach out to supportive ppl, your kids will be fine. X hugs...
Talk to your doc, 3 weeks is probably enough now maybe time to go up. Period definitely gives you anxiety/depression, I add 37.5 3-4 days b4 my period comes at the moment, I did that last period and...
Yes , your only on 150mg, how long have u been on that dose? When are u going up to 187.5mg? You will ride some waves for a little while but because you have had some good days it will work. Remember...
Hi Lisa I completely understand your fears and worries because I was there too, I promise you it will lift and the anxiety will ease. Look into acupuncture it is very helpful for anxiety/depression....
Hi Lisa Jus checking in to see how your going with Effexor. I think Ive stabilised at 225mg, I have been on this dose now for just over 3 weeks now and feeling better everyday, was feeling a bit...
Hi Lisa Thanks so much, I know it will lift but Its hard to cop with it, I have been meditating twice a day, doing yoga also and exercising pretty much every day 25mins jogging.I know Ill get there I...
Hi S.C Thanks so much for your support and encouraging words, I am really being pro-active with my recovery but have struggled with the low mood as I don't feel like this very often, it scares me and...
Hi everyone Well I was on 187.5 for 11days and then had a very low few days in a row fr/Sat - very down and emotional. so was increased to 225mg now only 3 days in, I feel much calmer and have slept...
Hi everyone How are you going with Effexor Coopsmom? I have been on 187.5 now for 7 days, have had a good few days after my period and not needing valium or sleeping tablet till last night, feeling a...
Hi again Just thought I would update again, I have some good days over the last 2 weeks, and usually just one day or some afternoon anxiety on 1-2 days. I have PMS symptoms too (tomorrow would have...
Hi Guys another good update from me, I have not needed a sleeping tablet or any valium/Benzo since Last Thursday, Today is exactly 4 weeks on 150mg and doing pretty well. feeling so much better but...
you need to go really slow start at 37.5 for a week, then 75mg, then 150mg, si there for atleast 4 weeks before going up too quick, people with anxiety need to go real slow, I have learnt that, going...
I was on Effexor for anxiety for approx. 6 years no issues really, then instead of increasing when my brother passed away - he had cancer, I changed to lexapro b/c I was only seeing a GP. Effexor...
Thanks guys, I spoke to my Pdoc and he said he wants me to stay on this dose and assess again in the next 2-3 weeks as we have seen an improvement he knows from last time a few years ago we went up...