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Effexor and Mirtazapine

Posted by doorman @doorman, Aug 31, 2019

Been on 7 different meds for anxiety. None have worked. In fact, the last one ( Zoloft) caused me to have WORSE anxiety. It sent me to the ER, and a voluntary commitment to a psych ward. One of the worst 3days of my life. I’m now on Effexor and Mirtazapine ( California rocket fuel). Been on it for 3 weeks. Still feel like crap. I’ve been told it takes a minimum of 6 weeks to start working. I’m not looking forward to the next 3weeks. Anyone here have any experience with this drug combination?

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caf | @caf | Jun 24, 2020
In reply to @doorman "I know what severe anxiety is, believe me. So sorry for you. I tried Lexapro. It..." + (show)
@doorman

I know what severe anxiety is, believe me. So sorry for you. I tried Lexapro. It didn’t work for me. The Mirtazapine in the evening is a godsend. Be careful with relying on the clonazapan……I’m sure you will not let it get ahead of you. Best of luck to you my friend!

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Did the mirtazapine work right away? I’m on my first night , been on 150 Effexor for three weeks, no appetite and trouble sleeping thanks for your feedback!

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doorman | @doorman | Jun 25, 2020
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@caf

Did the mirtazapine work right away? I’m on my first night , been on 150 Effexor for three weeks, no appetite and trouble sleeping thanks for your feedback!

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The Mirtazapine worked very quickly for me. It’s affinity for histamine receptors causes sedation. And it helped me tremendously getting to sleep. Effexor works on norepinephrine, which can cause a feeling of “jumpiness.” That’s why I only start ONE MED AT A TIME. Give the Mirtazapine more time. I did poorly on Effexor. Good luck.

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