Does anyone take effexor??

GamecockFan14

I was just put on effexor- and while the medication has helped with my depression in a GREAT way, i've noticed massive fluid retention. I was just wondering if anyone else out there has had this same problem. Thanks!

cmriverside

I've read a lot of stuff here form people on Effexor. Click "Search" (above your post)....I just did that and typed in Effexor: there are eight pages of results....in case you don't get enough replies.

jeannemarie333

I was put on it a few years ago for depression and unfortunately gained weight. I researched it and found out that weight gain is very common, I asked to be switched to something else and found prozac worked great - but everyone reacts differently. I have also heard that if you go off effexor to do so very gradually. Good job getting the medication, just be careful with the weight gain side effect - I hope this helps - good luck!!

emilydmac

I was on it for years- and has WONDERFUL results. I don't remember any fluid retention, but I was training at the OTC at the time and they monitored me carefully, and had me on a super strict diet so that may have been the reason for that.

allycaturban

I was on it for a year and it made me lose lose 20 lbs immediately. I gained them the same way when i went off. good luck. I think everyone has different side effects. I guess i was lucky. I have heard alot about generic vs name brand prescription drugs and the differences in side

allycaturban

effects. Due mainly to how other stuff put in the drug to help your bady metabolise it. It could be worth looking into. Glad its helping with the depression though
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