Venlafaxine

Posted 7 years ago, 4 users are following.

clare2729

Hi, I have been taking venlafaxine for just over 3 weeks. I think it is helping my depression and anxiety although I'm still struggling a bit however, since taking them I am suffering from extreme fatigue. I'm literally shattered ALL day. I'm trying to keep busy and power through it but I'm finding it really hard.

Can anybody tell me if they have also struggled with this side effect and if it does get better?

Really appreciate any advice.

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Sharon522 clare2729

Posted 7 years ago

Hang in there I am a week on my higher doseage and feeling a bit of relief. Rember to treat yourself with kindness and take extra rest
- clare2729 Sharon522
  
  Posted 7 years ago
  
  Glad your feeling a bit better Sharon.
  Have you always taken your medication in the morning?
- Sharon522 clare2729
  
  Posted 7 years ago
  
  Yes always how r u feeling today
- clare2729 Sharon522
  
  Posted 7 years ago
  
  I've been a bit up and down today. Quite anxious and this tiredness is really getting me down. I slept really well last night but I'm still feeling exhausted
linda73099 clare2729

Posted 7 years ago

Yes the tiredness does get better, hang in there. Nearly there for getting full effects on this antidepressant
- Sharon522 linda73099
  
  Posted 7 years ago
  
  I have been on my 225 dosage for 6 days feeling some relief but today all I can do is sleep is this normal

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