So I wanted to give you all an update on my Effexor journey.
I've been on 75mg for a couple of weeks now and have to say side effects have been virtually non existent.
I had a bit of sweating when I first started on the 37.5mg but that has subsided. I know constipation is a common side effect but I suffer from IBS and tend to suffer more with looser BM's (sorry tmi) so for me that has actually worked to my advantage.
I've also lost a bit of weight on them, not a huge amount but a few pounds so for anyone worried about weight gain, it's not a given.
The main thing is my anxiety is a lot better, I'm sleeping better, eating better, actually managing to laugh and be happy. I'm not saying my HA is completely cured but I feel more able to face my fears and deal with them in a more rational balanced way.
So for anyone worried about starting this drug I would say give it a go. I've tried so many over the last few years, most of which have given me awful side effects or not worked and so far Effexor has been the best of the bunch for me.
Will continue to keep you updated.