Re: Scared of effexor...
I've taken efexor for 9 years now and the only reason I'm still taking it is because of the massive post acute withdrawal symptoms I suffered when stopping 2 years ago. I suffered 5 months of withdrawal symptoms.
Like all AD they can be a god send or a nightmare and it is true missing 1 dose will cause you side effects as the compounds half-life is very short.
I don't want to scare you but I think when considering a new medication you should understand what it could mean in the long term. I've been told 150mg is a effective dose for depression and anxiety so maybe you could ask try that before ramping up to 200+
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