medicine not working - Depression Message Board

kait27 · 10-13-2002, 02:02 PM

Hi everyone,
I've been taking effexor XL since July; have been on a dose of 225 mg per day for about 7 weeks. I was feeling great for about 5 weeks after staring this higher dose, but the last 2 weeks have been really bad. My Dr. says I shouldn't need any higher dose. I hate taking medication to begin with, and I just don't know where to turn. Any suggestions?? Thanks,
Kait

newdawn · 10-13-2002, 02:34 PM

wow,
I took effexor XR after taking zoloft for over a year I can't even imagine taking that dosage I know what you mean I hate medications but unfortunately I need them I was taking 35mg and then the doctor upped my dosage to 75mg I was very violent maybe he could either let you go down again on a lower dosage or let you start taking someone else I hope that you can feel better soon I love zoloft I feel so much better now I am back on it again my doctor he's an idiot mind you wanted to put me on a higher dosage I was out of control already so good luck and I hope you get to feeling better soon I feel like giving hugs so here is a hug to you..
(((((((((big hug))))))))
Renee'

buck58 · 10-13-2002, 02:36 PM

Kate, take it from someone who's been down this road for years now. Different antidepressants react differently to different people. Chances are your doc will just keep trying you on different ones till one clicks. You really have to show alot of patience when dealing with antideppresants. But in the end it'll be worth the wait, because in the end they can really put the happiness back in your life. Please don't give up. Best of luck to you!
buck.

kait27 · 10-16-2002, 02:02 PM

Thanks for your responses, Newdawn and Buck58. I'm looking into switching drs and medications now. Cross your fingers!!