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What causes severe anxiety while switching from Lexapro to Effexor?
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My doctor has switched me from Lexapro 10mg to Effexor 75mg. I know the dangers of stopping a medication suddenly and have been tapering down on Lexapro while tapering up on Effexor. I am currently taking 2.5mg Lexapro and have finally started taking 75mg of Effexor for the last 4 days. For the past three days I have had significantly increased anxiety and episodes of sweating. I don t know if it is due to coming off Lexapro or the Effexor. I am worried about taking Effexor for too long if it is not right for me. I have read the numerous stories about Effexor withdrawal. Please advise.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. This might have happened because you were aware of switching from one medicine to another. You should talk to your psychiatrist regarding this. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards.