Reviewer: Kim, 45-54 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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After 5 days, had severe reaction. Difficulty breathing, hands and feet flushed, so with Dr's advice, I stopped taking it. Now I am wondering , how long will I have these side effects?

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After 5 days, had severe reaction. Difficulty breathing, hands and feet flushed, so with Dr's advice, I stopped taking it. Now I am wondering , how long will I have these side effects?
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Reviewer: Janet, 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I have been on Effexor XR for about 2 yrs. I was at a dosage where I had to pay for 2 prescriptions - one 150mg dose and one 37.5 mg dose. The cost became too much to bear and when I asked about a way to avoid paying for 2 prescriptions my dr. switched me to Pristiq. I am on day 6 of the medication. I haven't noticed any difference in the treatment of depression seems to work just as well ... Show Full Comment

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I have been on Effexor XR for about 2 yrs. I was at a dosage where I had to pay for 2 prescriptions - one 150mg dose and one 37.5 mg dose. The cost became too much to bear and when I asked about a way to avoid paying for 2 prescriptions my dr. switched me to Pristiq. I am on day 6 of the medication. I haven't noticed any difference in the treatment of depression seems to work just as well as the effexor. I am not sure how my current dose of pristiq compares to my prior dose of Effexor XR. The main complaint that I have at this point is insomnia. Night before last I slept WAY too much and last night I slept hardly any at all. We shall see how tonight goes. I guess only time will tell. So far I am on samples of this and do not know if my insurance will cover or not after the samples run out.
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Reviewer: 19-24 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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Pristiq has calmed me down alot. I can think of other things besides bills and cleaning. It has made me able to slow down a little and enjoy my everyday life. I've only been on it for about 6 weeks now, but so far so good!

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Pristiq has calmed me down alot. I can think of other things besides bills and cleaning. It has made me able to slow down a little and enjoy my everyday life. I've only been on it for about 6 weeks now, but so far so good!
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Reviewer: MassHope, 35-44 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I have been dealing with General Anxiety Disorder and Depression,this drug was prescribed to me just recently. Although I am experiencing some side effects: panic attacks, headache, stomach ache I have been able to get through them and they have not lasted for long periods of time. I am willing to stick with this in order to see if it helps. After feeling ALONE and so desperately sad for so lon ... Show Full Comment

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I have been dealing with General Anxiety Disorder and Depression,this drug was prescribed to me just recently. Although I am experiencing some side effects: panic attacks, headache, stomach ache I have been able to get through them and they have not lasted for long periods of time. I am willing to stick with this in order to see if it helps. After feeling ALONE and so desperately sad for so long it is worth a shot!
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Reviewer: 35-44 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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The first week was very angry, went away! I replaced this after four year of Effexor XR and I love it! Its so much better!! I thank my Doc!!! He gave me a ton of free samples, not sure if insurance covers it?? I hope so!

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The first week was very angry, went away! I replaced this after four year of Effexor XR and I love it! Its so much better!! I thank my Doc!!! He gave me a ton of free samples, not sure if insurance covers it?? I hope so!
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