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Effexor Dosage

Posted by c411d @c411d, Apr 25, 2022

I have been on Effexor 75mg Cymbalta 30mg and Pregabalin 150mg combine for several mnths for Generalized Anxiety that I am having problems controlling due to Peri-Menopause. My Dr last week upped Effexor to 150mg due to onset of symptoms. It is now day 7 and the side effects are more than last week. Very anxious and shaking. Should I ask to lower dose? Or is this something that will pass. I’ve never had side effects last this long. Could it be too high of an increase in one shot?

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marjou | @marjou | Apr 26, 2022
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@sears

How many years ago was this? We need these doctors to become more aware and knowledgeable about the harm these physchiatric drugs can do. Not the Benzos so much nowadays, but they hand out the antipsychotics and antidepressants out like candy.

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Around mid 1960’s

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Apr 26, 2022
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@c411d

Hi. I speak with someone for CBT. I have been doing acupuncture weekly. And now with the warmer weather coming, I plan on walking more. As of today we lowered the Effexor dose so I am hoping that it will help level me out again. It’s only when my period decides to show up that things go wacky. I’ve maintained my GAD pretty well through these years until Perimenopause. It seems to combat my meds and it’s been quite a roller coaster ride that I hope will soon stop

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@c411d, I am happy to hear that you have some other ways to deal with your GAD. It's a good thing to have multiple resources in order to put anxiety at bay. Congratulations on being involved with cognitive behavior therapy. CBT is a great way to re-think the triggers that can lead to anxiety and depression. Connect has a discussion group where members talk about their experiences with CBT. You might enjoy being part of this discussion, here is the link, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/clinical-depression/?pg=2#comment-266711.

Menopause and peri-menopause are difficult times, but it sounds as if you are getting a handle on it, @c411d. I'm glad that you were able to get a reduction on your meds, I hope that this makes a difference for you.

I look forward to hearing from you again. Will you post again with an update?

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c411d | @c411d | Apr 27, 2022
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@hopeful33250

@c411d, I am happy to hear that you have some other ways to deal with your GAD. It's a good thing to have multiple resources in order to put anxiety at bay. Congratulations on being involved with cognitive behavior therapy. CBT is a great way to re-think the triggers that can lead to anxiety and depression. Connect has a discussion group where members talk about their experiences with CBT. You might enjoy being part of this discussion, here is the link, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/clinical-depression/?pg=2#comment-266711.

Menopause and peri-menopause are difficult times, but it sounds as if you are getting a handle on it, @c411d. I'm glad that you were able to get a reduction on your meds, I hope that this makes a difference for you.

I look forward to hearing from you again. Will you post again with an update?

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Thank you. Yes I will post again

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c411d | @c411d | Apr 27, 2022
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@cmd

Have you tried bio identical hormones?

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I’ve asked my Dr and they do pose similar risks and even though some things are natural they can alter the meds that I have already been on for my pre existing anxiety disorder. I have to be cautious of what I take

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