Heather_Brennan

My doctor's office called me back and told me to stop taking the effexor. I am starting to feel a little better as the hours past but I still feel like its in my body running through me like some kind of poison. I did a little reading on effexor after I posted the previous bullentin. This medication actually seems very dangerous. The possible side affects are terrible and that didnt seem to be the worst part. I read that it is highly addictive, physically and mentally. There seem to be more horror stories about effexor than great testimonials. I also read that it took a very long time for this medication to be approved by the FDA. It seems like doctors are just handing out these pills to anyone who will take them. A family member of mine does have depression and takes about 5 different kinds of medication to treat her depression, and all she wants to do is just sit around and let the world pass her by. Most of the medications being used to treat depression are suppose to help people get their lives back. I dont have anything against people who use medication to controll their depression, if it works I say do it, but what I really think helps is for people with this disease to rise above it and try their hardest to take controll back for themselves. I dont think of myself as being depressed but I get a bad day here or there and I am sure everyone does. On those days I just do what I can to make it better. Let's say I am feeling uncomfortable about my weight or I am just looking ragged I will get a hot bath, dry off with body oils, dress in a nice outfit and do my hair and make up, usually with no place to go. I know that sounds weird but it really does help me. So to all the people who rely on their meds, I hope that you can break through it. Life is short, don't waste your years by letting your depression rule your life. Thanks again on the info on the effexor!