"i have mixed feelings about this medication. i had taken pristiq for almost 6 months.  the side effects of a headache daily, nausea, the night sweats, teeth hurting, jaw clenching. the 1st month i was so tired, taking a nap  shortly after the dose.  i have to admit i wasn&#039;t so emotional to the point of crying at the drop of trying situation. i then had topomax added as well, it seemed okay for a couple of months until i just wasn&#039;t myself at all. i made the hasty action to stop all the medicines which i must say, do not do this.  the withdrawal effects were terrible to say the least. i strongly suggest seeking medical advice on taking this action."