Posted by S. Bartel on December 23, 2004, at 8:12:21
In reply to Side Effects- Lethargic, Skin Rash?, posted by absolute on December 22, 2004, at 0:41:17
> Has anyone had these side-effects?
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> I've noticed at work, after a few hours my thoughts get cloudy and I can't concentrate very well. I don't think this is related to hunger, lack of sleep, or any need for caffeine. It's really hard to differentiate between a normal response to stress and a side-effect of medication .> The skin rash is strange-- I have one under my eye that has not gone away in a few weeks. Never had anything like that before. Any long-term users of Effexor noticed anything like this??
Yes I broke on my arms and face. Only a little at first and then a lot. I looked like I had chicken pox scabs all over my face. Thought it was an allergy for a long time and tried everything to cure it.
Feeling lethargic and having trouble concentrating is a common side effect. It only gets worse. After being off Effexor XR for about 9 weeks, I still have trouble concentrating and can't do more than one thing at a time without becoming very confused and anxious. At least the breaking out has finally gone away. It was so embarrassing.
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