RSD Alert
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RSD Alert is a voluntary
organisation publishing RSD/CRPS
information, mostly provided
by our readers.
Every approved medical drug works for some people but not for others.
Don't be alarmed by what you read. If in doubt consult your medical
advisor.
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Drugs |
Drugs on RSD Alert
(notes and comments from correspondents) |
Effexor |
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Description |
Effexor is an antidepressant used to treat depression, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder or major depressive disorder. It has an unusual chemical structure and is defined as a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. Taken as tablets (with food) it is normally started on a low dose (say 37.5 -75 mg/day) and increased over days or weeks up to a normal maximum of 225 mg/day (exceptional cases may be prescribed 350-375 mg/day). Also marketed as Venlafaxine. |
Side effects(Don't be unduly alarmed. All drugs cause side effects for some patients) |
Reported side effects include appetite loss, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, insomnia, of, nausea, nervousness, sweating and weakness. Some women report changes to their menstrual cycle after taking this drug. |
Warnings(These are standard cautions but may not be applicable to your case) |
Effexor
is not approved for use in children and teenagers as it may increase
risks of suicidal behaviour or thinking. Adult patients should also
be watched for signs of suicidal tendencies, especially when they
begin treatment of change their dosage. Talk to the doctor before
stopping the drug or reducing the dosage. Avoid drinking alcohol
while taking this drug and take extra care when operating machinery
or driving. Before taking this drug tell the doctor if you have bleeding or blood clotting problems, liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures or epilepsy, glaucoma, history of mania or bipolar disorder or raised cholesterol levels. Discuss with your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. If you are breast-feeding a baby, do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor as the drug is passed into breast milk. |
Comments |
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Anti-depressants I have used:- Effexor (Venlafaxine HCL), Paxil (Paroxetine HCL), Zololf (Sertraline), Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide), Prozac (Fluoxetine HCL), Wellbutrin (Bupropion HCL) and Elavil (Amitriptyline HCL). I have even taken Buspar (Buspirone HCL) and Xanax (Alprazolam) which technically are anti-anxiety meds). Of this list the only one that I have had BAD adverse reactions to is Elavil. Trish Pennsylvania, USA Effexor XR - I just started taking this for depression, however it has messed up my menstrual cycle. I was on Wellbutrin, but I was on the highest dose and I was still suffering waves of sadness. I have heard that Wellbutrin works well for some people, and it did help me, but it just seemed to wear off too soon. Cheryl - Las Vegas, Nevada, USA I was first diagnosed with RSD a year ago after being in a car accident five years ago. I saw a number of doctors and described my symptoms but received no diagnosis. However, after talking to some friends with the same problems I was referred to a doctor who could finally tell me what was going on.(I WAS'NT CRAZY AFTER ALL). I have been taking doxepin (for sleeping) lamictal (to calm down my nervous system) effexor (to help me keep it all together) and oxycotin (to help with pain). Well, after all that I am still having problems . My next course of action is thalidomine. I hope this will work. Any believers who are out there please pray for me. Crystal - New Jersey, USA Hi I've been on Venlafaxine (Effexor xl) for a year now and have
discovered it does me more harm than good. My memory, sleep, appetite,
vision, stomach etc have been severely affected. I also suffer
blackouts and severe dizzy spells. It also does nothing for my
anxiety. So now I'm slowly getting off the drug. |
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