@doorman

Many people do not like the fact that we develop an 'addiction' (of sorts) to this particular drug.
Some people 'feel' different if they miss even one dose, I don't.
Some people are also frightened of the possible 'horrible' withdrawal when coming off Effexor (for whatever the reason).
In addition, there are some who feel that they DO NOT have a positive reaction to the drug.
The side effects bother them.
It does take the body time to 'get used' to Effexor.
During this time, you can get headaches, become very tired a lot of the time and feeling bloated.
There are other side effects, but they should ease in time.
Some women were put on Effexor to help them through menopause and they don't want to remain on the drug.
There are others who do not like the idea of the chemical changes to the brain.

As for me, I agree with you. If the Effexor works, why go off?
The drug works very well for me to keep my anxiety under wraps (except possibly under strenuous situations).
As I mentioned, I have no intention of coming off Effexor. I just want to take a dosage that keeps my anxiety under control and does not impact the way my head feels (like my brain is fuzzy). I
frankly do not know what I would be going through if I was not on the drug.
I do see myself being on it for the rest of my life.

Ronnie (GRANDMAr)