I was started on this a month ago juzt a 1/2 tab then incteaseq.so 3 days ago began 1 tab q hs.I'm now having horrible hip pain swelling in hand and feet and knuckles excessively thirsty constipated even whrn tsking linzess shoulders neck very stiff and sore. Abdominal cramping and increase in restless legs and leg cramps and funny bone feeling if in one position to long in hands and legs.Ive unduccedfully been on wellburtin effexor savella and lyrica cant handke the side e
I would talk to your doctor immediately. I have been on a large dose 175mg of Effexor (Venlafaxine is the generic I'm on) for my hip pain and it has worked wonders. Prior to this dose I was on 35 mg and had terrible hip pain to the point of being unable to walk very well. The increased dose took it away and I was told by the Dr that sometimes a large dose is prescribed for pain management. I'll never be able to get off this medication because the side effects are disabling but that's ok, if I can function well on it then no reason to get off it. I hope you find some relief fast!
I would discuss your symptoms with your Dr to see if they are med related. I also, have had bad side effects with Gabapentin and Lyrica.
I thought that venlafaxine was for depression i got put on that years ago on a very high dose but they only made me feel out of it i actually weaned my self off them