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Posted by sailorman on October 8, 2005, at 22:08:20
I have taken effexor xr for about 3 months. 75 mg a day and have gained 12 pounds. Has anyone else had this problem? Does it go away when medication is stopped?
Posted by CK1 on October 8, 2005, at 22:19:00
In reply to weight gain effexor, posted by sailorman on October 8, 2005, at 22:08:20
Most pyschotropic meds carry the risk of weight gain. All SSRI's and SNRI's have this listed as a side effect. If Effexors working for you, despite the 12 lbs, I'd be happy! When I was on Paxil, my appetite went through the roof and I gained roughly 10 pounds over 3 years time, but I was feeling great. I'd get on a weight/cardio program just to keep your weight level. Weight gain is inevitable with the meds. It's a small price to pay for happiness :)
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Posted by Phillipa on October 9, 2005, at 18:56:40
In reply to Re: weight gain effexor, posted by CK1 on October 8, 2005, at 22:19:00
I'd say it depends where your wt is now. If you are obese it could be a bad thing. If underwt a good thing. But CKl is right how you feel is very important. I wouldn't stop a med if I felt good. Fondly,Phillipa
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