"i used pristiq for 8 days but couldn&#039;t tolerate the side effects. i was warned by my psychiatrist that the side effects could take 2-3 weeks, however, i couldn&#039;t afford to wait much. the side effects include: feeling thirsty, having thoughts of going mad, fear, palpitations, heat (had to be in a cold room or otherwise i&#039;ll feel anxious), heightened anger, panic attacks.

the first few days of use were fine, but i had to discontinue because my work and social life suffered."