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Venlafaxine and pregnancy

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Hollyworrier19
Hollyworrier19

Has anybody ever been pregnant of tried for a baby whilst being on this medication? Myself and my husband want to start trying for a baby once the tablets kick in and I start to feel better, but obviously want to see if anyone else has had any experiences in being pregnant or trying for a baby whilst being on the meds?

Any feedback would be appreciated.

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  • pixie22
    pixie22 Hollyworrier19

    Posted

    The leaflet in my box of venlafaxine says "Tell your doctor if you become pregnant or you are trying to become pregnant." It goes on to mention discussing "potential benefits" of venlafaxine and "potential risks to your unborn child". So you do need to talk it over with your doctor.
    • Hollyworrier19
      Hollyworrier19 pixie22

      Posted

      Yes I mention it to my doctor and he said to let him know when we will trying so he can put me on something else if necessary.
  • 1979
    1979 Hollyworrier19

    Posted

    No I had to come off them
    • Hollyworrier19
      Hollyworrier19 1979

      Posted

      Did u go on anything else or come off them altogether?
    • 1979
      1979 Hollyworrier19

      Posted

      I changed on to something else and can't remember what it was 🙉

      That was 6 years ago and only put Back on Efexxor from the summer 😉

    • Hollyworrier19
      Hollyworrier19 1979

      Posted

      Ah so there is something u can go on whilst pregnant dos anxiety then. That's so good to hear as been worried I won't be able to cope whilst being pregnant.

      Hope you are okay.

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