Posted by mila on August 4, 1999, at 20:00:57
In reply to Effexor and "the squigglies", posted by Julie on August 3, 1999, at 21:37:34
I think what you are talking about is akathesia.
It is a highly subjective feeling of inner restlessness. I experienced it when I was on risperdal. It can become very disturbing and intolerable. I stopped the risperdal because of it. I also experienced it on effexor. I'm still on effexor for the akathesia subsided after a few weeks. Perhaps the same will happen for you. Also, I have found that the addition of remeron has reduced the feeling.It helps to put a name to the symptom. That is, it helps to know that it is _recognized_ as a legitimate affliction. Before I knew what it was, people treated me as if my complaints were unfounded. How frustrating!
Good luck in finding relief!
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