Posted by js28ae on November 8, 2008, at 16:51:43
I am suffering from ADD as well as mild depression/hypermanic tendencies.
Because I have a predisposition for bipolar disorder it was not recommended for me to go on Ritalin.
My psychiatrist has just suggested that I try Effexor instead. But looking online it seems that Effexor is primarily used for major depression, which I do not have (my symptoms are there, but mild). I am having a lot of trouble finding info on ADD's relationship with Effexor-- instead I am finding a LOT about negative discontinuation symptoms. It's scaring me.
Thoughts? Does anyone else have experience with Effexor and ADD/mild depression? I do not want to become dependent on medication for the rest of my life, and while I know Effexor isn't habit-forming, I wonder if I would just stay on forever for fear of the withdrawal symptoms.
Thanks all.
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