Hi I've been hanging out in the Mirtazapine forum until now, but yesterday I saw a psychiatrist for the first time and she has decided to add Venlafaxine to my medication. I'm currently on 45mg Mirt and for three days she said to take 37.5mg Ven, then after 3 days to go down to 30mg Mirt and take 75mg Ven.

To be honest I'm terrified, terrified of possible side effects, of it not working and being stuck in this anxious/depressed state and terrified that I'm going to ruin Christmas for my three kids....

So I guess I'm here for a bit of moral support and to ask if there is a best time to take Venlafaxine or if it doesn't really matter...and if anyone has any positive experience that might help morale but I realise most people come here because they've had a tough time.

Thanks all x