Posted by pmz on October 13, 2004, at 21:33:14
In reply to Re: Brain Shivers Trying to Get off Effexor! HELP! » nsr, posted by jujube on October 13, 2004, at 18:38:37
There are some disorders that Effexor is used for the theraputic level it gives that is not just depression. If you are bipolar or manic depressive, then you should really discuss with your physician any plans to wean yourself off the drug.
I have been reading as well about the positive effect that taking the omega 3 fatty acids and the niacin is having on the side effects of withdrawal from the Effexor.Good sources of the omega 3 fatty acids is either Flax oil, or in fish oils. It may be because of this that I had such a mild occurance of negatie side effects when I had run out of medications. I take those supplements for the control or high colesterol. I had high colesterol before I started on the effexor and it has gone up since I have been taking it. My Tryglicerides were off the chart! I have not had labs run since I have been taking these supplements, but know that they are supposed to help. I take several supplements daily to assist with my general health, and can definately tell a difference when I do. If you do start taking niacin, there is a "flush-free" form so you don't have that effect from the supplement. It would certainly be worth a try, and cannot hurt you to do so.
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