"i was prescribed anti-depressants for menopausal symptoms, then came the anxiety.  my doctor prescribed venlafaxine. at first it was great, but over the years i am have so many of the side effects of this drug. i didn&#039;t realize until now that having difficulty swallowing was a side effect. i&#039;ve gained weight and can&#039;t lose it. i&#039;m not at all the person i was before. missing a dose required me to call in sick from work, not to mention how terrifying it was.  this drug is wrecking my body!! i&#039;m weaning off. anyone that has done this, please help!  seeing my dr.
gotta get off!!!"