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Posted by Diane J. on August 6, 2003, at 0:42:42
I know that Effexor has been discussed on this board for many years now... I've been taking the drug since 1998. I haven't experienced difficulty with Effexor EXCEPT when I once attempted to withdraw from it. I've read that Effexor has been connected to Restless Leg Syndrome, and for the past month I have been suffering from insomnia and restless legs at night. Today I saw my doctor and she wants me to lower my daily dose from 225mg to 150mg. I think she does believe that Effexor is the culprit and another antidepressant would be better for me. What I was wondering is why would Restless Leg Syndrome show up after 5 years of Effexor? Is this a "long-term effect?" Also, I'm kind of scared to attempt withdrawal again. After the failed first try I decided I would probably be on Effexor for life. I sincerely appreciate any information.
Posted by noa on August 7, 2003, at 6:22:13
In reply to Effexor XR and Restless Leg Syndrome, posted by Diane J. on August 6, 2003, at 0:42:42
I have restless legs from Effexor, but it occurred soon after I started taking it.
Posted by noa on August 7, 2003, at 6:24:43
In reply to Effexor XR and Restless Leg Syndrome, posted by Diane J. on August 6, 2003, at 0:42:42
Sorry--I meant also to say that the drug strategy my pdoc introduced was to lower the Effexor somewhat, and add another antidepressant that is sedating (Serzone). This worked except for the restless legs, so I ended up needing to also add a very small dose of a benzo.
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