Effexor XR Question.?

Question

I have been on effexor xr from the smallest dose 37.5 to 75 to 150 with no effect at all. My psych doc recomended a raise to 225. Has anyone been in my situation and got better results at 225 mg? I feel so vulnerable and weak minded right now. Thanks for your answers!

Answer 1

First of all. You can take away "I feel so vulnerable and weak minded right now." From you question. No need for that.
Now for my answer. I was on effexor, at first seemed to do nothing so doctor slowly increased it. I got tired ALL the time! I was sleeping all day for days on end. HUGE weight gain when on highest dose too.
I now am doing all natural alternative therapy for healing my mind, body and spirit. Its working way better for me then drugs. Infact I feel as though the drugs were actualy hurting my spirit. Numbing me.
That is my experiance. If you want to talk feel free to IM me anytime.
Higher dose may work well for you. As every body is different.
Here is an affirmation for you in this time of self doubt. It helped me alot. "Every human being has the ability to transform any weakness or suffering into strength, power, perfect peace, health, and abundance."
Blessings.

Answer 2

I was in the same situation. I didn't see results until I got up to 225. I'm on 300 now and feeling good. I've had no side effects except for occasional dizziness.