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Posted by charly on September 8, 2003, at 17:17:22
Hi,
At what dose does Effexor XL begin to block the reuptake of norepinephrine?
Thanks,
charly
Posted by Johnlund on September 8, 2003, at 20:57:50
In reply to What dose does Effexor start blocking norepinepher, posted by charly on September 8, 2003, at 17:17:22
> Hi,
>
> At what dose does Effexor XL begin to block the reuptake of norepinephrine?
>
> Thanks,
> charlyI believe it is 150mg. That is what I take, and I think my PDoc said that to me.
Posted by linkadge on September 9, 2003, at 10:10:16
In reply to Re: What dose does Effexor start blocking norepinepher, posted by Johnlund on September 8, 2003, at 20:57:50
It starts blocking norepinephrine at any dose. (ie dose dependantly) Personally, I found the drug quite stimulating at 37.5 mg because of the norepinephrine effect. However, for some, the effect may not be noticable at lower doses. Eg 37.5.
Linkadge
Posted by charly on September 9, 2003, at 17:54:20
In reply to Re: What dose does Effexor start blocking norepinepher, posted by linkadge on September 9, 2003, at 10:10:16
Hi,
I had anxiety before Effexor XL. Now taking 150mg, as directed by my doc. I've noticed an improvement in terms of depression but still have anxiety (noticing my heart beating and faster than usual and not comfortable). My doc said to give it more time and that Effexor is quite effective as a anxiolytic. Is it probable that the anxiety is caused by the Effexor?
Thanks,
charly
Posted by KimberlyDi on September 10, 2003, at 11:17:44
In reply to It's been 5 days on Effexor and I have anxiety..., posted by charly on September 9, 2003, at 17:54:20
Effexor can raise your blood pressure. Reading all the negative posts about Effexor might cause some anxiety. haha! I started out on Effexor IR (Immediate Release) and it's impact was very noticable on my stress level. If you are taking the XR (Extended Release) type, I don't know how long it would be before you would notice anything.
Definately bring it up to your doc.
Good Luck!
KDi in Texas
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