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<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: Night terrors. Vivid dreams. Nightmares. auditory hallucinations everyday!!!!! never take this drug!!!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Night terrors', 'Vivid dreams', 'Nightmares', 'auditory hallucinations everyday']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I hate Effexor XR. The only good thing that's happened from taking it is now I realize my anxiety & depression are not as insurmountable as I thought - being on Effexor IS! I am down to 37.5mg/day and hope to be completely off in about a month. ONE WEEK since I decided to go off Effexor and I realize what it has done to my life! I see the light at the end of the tunnel so to speak. Don't take it - it's very nasty and you will regret it. Go for a run at the park - it feels great! You can't do that after being on Effexor a while, it makes you fat, exhausted & feel hopeless! with this side effects: When I first started taking it, I confused the awful side effects for feeling more depressed & more anxious, so my doctor upped my dose. I was taking 300mg/day for about a year. Then I just couldn't handle the headaches it caused, so my doctor lowered my dose gradually over the last two years or so. Since taking Effexor, my life has been miserable. Can't sleep when I want to, can't stay awake when I want to, lethargic, dizzy, blurred vision, extreme fatigue, extreme increase in appetite. If I go more than two hours past my dose, I can't even see straight! My lips become numb. It's horrifying!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['headaches', "Can't sleep", "can't stay awake", 'lethargic', 'dizzy', 'blurred vision', 'extreme fatigue', 'extreme increase in appetite', 'fat', 'exhausted', 'feel hopeless']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>- Most people don't start on 20mg, it was an emergency. - If you have an "inner critic", it takes that voice away and you feel like you're allowed to feel happy again. - DO NOT STOP COLD TURKEY. I stopped after three months because I felt better. I gained ten pounds. The depression took about for months after to come back. Not pleasant. - Loved this drug, but if you don't like the feeling of uninterrupted calm, I don't recommend it. You aren't overly happy or overly sad, just stable. with this side effects: First three days of taking Lexapro to made my head feel like it was going to blow up. There was a lot of pressure. After that, day four was when I felt great. I couldn't be sad and I couldn't care about anything. It was a relief.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['First three days of taking Lexapro to made my head feel like it was going to blow up', 'a lot of pressure']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>IT MADE EVERYTHING WORSE. with this side effects: distrust of all include myself, insomnia, dizziness, lose weight, anxiety, panic attack, swoon.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['distrust of all include myself', 'insomnia', 'dizziness', 'lose weigh', 'anxiety', 'panic attack', 'swoon']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Was placed on Zoloft after suicide attempt. Although side effects were minimal, I started having severe manic episodes after a few weeks -- driving 500 miles for no reason, not sleeping for days, etc. Eventually I was taken off Zoloft and placed on Lamictal, which is now slowly reducing my manic episodes. Zoloft helped balance my mood after about a month, but the mania made my life more difficult. with this side effects: Loss of sex drive, manic episodes, trouble sleeping.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Loss of sex drive', 'manic episodes', 'trouble sleeping', 'severe manic episodes', 'driving 500 miles for no reason', 'not sleeping for days', 'mania']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: Wild, life-like/real dreams; definitely CANNOT skip a dose (wicked headache and dizziness). Taking at same time is important, but at a low dose (150mg for past 3 years), can manage to go about 8 hours beyond usual dosage time with little effects. The 'broken sleep' however is frustrating...and if a dose is missed, wow, the dreams and pyschedelic 'views' the mind kicks out when eyes are closed are absolutely incredible, scary, affects you the next day, etc. Who needs to go to the movies?! Perhaps this is what Hollywood could use -- keep a dream journal; you never know! All that aside, at a remission-type dose (150 mg or less), if i don't start experiencing very unusual health affects, i intend to stay on this drug for a long while. Mental illness (i.e. lack of serotonin) is just like any other defect the human body can have. So, why not? It helps me immensely, and the side affects are tolerable, as long as i don't provoke them by missing a dose. Enjoy life however you can with whatever aid you need!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Wild, life-like/real dreams', 'broken sleep']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Was second in charge of big motor company for 23 years when i got anxienty / depression . eventually couldn't function etc & ended in a heap . was on & off many different types of drugs & then 2 years later ended up in mental hospital . they took me off everything & started me on EFFEXOR XR. within a month i was starting feeling a lot better & then started working a part time job about 2 years later which i still do today. If it wasn't for Efexor Xr i wouldn't be here today . i have tried many times to slowly come off it with no success. For quality of life & my family i have decided to stay on it . I was in a bad place for about 5 years all up & i never want to go back there. EFFEXOR XR is good shit as far as i am concerned with this side effects: only side effects i go through is if i forget to take the daily dose . go off with the fairies - light & dizzy & cannot concentrate at all & get BAD BAD Withdrawals.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>took my first dose this A.M. Will struggle through to see if benefits outweigh this horrible feeling. I am a recovering meth addict and feel exactly as if I am coming off of meth!! Slamming beers( which I have not done for years) to counteract total feelings of rage and despair! with this side effects: feel wired, feel homicidal/suicidal, agitated, no appetite, confused<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['feel homicidal/suicidal', 'feel wired', 'feel homicidal', 'agitated', 'no appetite', 'confused']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>My doctor said that Effexor would be the best drug for me since it is made to help depression and anxiety, both of which I have. It didn't help my anxiety at all but I definitely felt less depressed while on it. It almost made me feel like a care-free kid again. However, I gained 25 pounds on it and this just fueled my depression even more since I was close to being overweight before going on it. Going off it was hell too. I got the "brain zaps" that other people have mentioned. I also just felt like crap for days. I definitely don't think the good outweighs the bad. I wouldn't recommend it. with this side effects: weight gain, sexual dysfunction, nausea<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['weight gain', 'sexual dysfunction', 'nausea', 'gained 25 pounds', 'fueled my depression even more', 'brain zaps']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This is a TERRIBLE drug and definitely should not be prescribed for elderly patients or anyone for that matter. The withdrawel is quite severe and I went through hell going off this drug! Wouldn't recommend it to my worst enemy except to the Doctor who recommended this drug!! Ended up having to have a pacemaker put in because of the heart fibrillation. with this side effects: Depression, major nausea, shaking, heart arrhythmia, trouble sleeping, dizziness, fuzzy brain, memory loss, feeling faint<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Depression', 'major nausea', 'shaking', 'heart arrhythmia', 'trouble sleeping', 'dizziness', 'fuzzy brain', 'memory loss', 'feeling faint', 'heart fibrillation']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I don't know if its worth it with this side effects: hot sweats, regular powerful muscle aches, loss of sexual libdo, 40 lbs weight gain<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['loss of sexual libdo', 'hot sweats', 'regular powerful muscle aches', '40 lbs weight gain']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I started taking 50 mg per day after a car accident that left me with a back injury. I am now up to 200 mg per day of Zoloft and I can say I no longer dwell on certain things, but I worry about other things more. I have a high tolerence to meds, I also take 2000-3000 mg lortab per day for pain and it just barely takes the edge off. I also take flexeril 4 times a day and take 10mg of Ambien nightly to sleep, and a blood pressure pill daily (I am not overweight). Even with all this I function normally & I am self employed, which is extremely stressful. No one who knows me would ever believe I take this much medication! I would love to say Zoloft is a life saver but it only slightly helps me. If I miss a dose though, I feel like I have little lightening strikes in my head. Overall, it does help some, but I have not tried to come off of it, YET! with this side effects: Memory loss, sweating.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Memory loss', 'sweating']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Generally seems to doing a good job with mood, though I'm not impressed with the sleep issues (couldn't sleep...so now I have a drug for that). I've also lost about 30lbs.... 240 down to 210lbs. (Not that I complaining on that one). I've been through most of the SSRI's... this SNRI seems to be working .. at least for now. But now you see where once I took 1 med for mood, I now need 3 ..... with this side effects: Sleep issues, also I now have a harsh edge to my inter-action with others. This was attributed to anxiety.. so have a med for that.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['lost about 30lbs']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I've refused antidepressants throughout my entire 4yr extremely physically and emotionally abusive marriage, but after also losing a pregnancy a few months ago, I needed help. This medicine has saved my life. I have finally left my marriage, regained my confidence and will to live. I see hope for my future, am more social than ever and feel happy for the first time in years. With a strict exercise regimen, I have also managed to lose weight on my already small frame. I was always anti drugs...but hope people will read this and give this med a shot. It is a godsend for me. with this side effects: Mild itching and headaches<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Mild itching', 'headaches']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I classify my life as "BZ" & "AZ" (before zoloft and after zoloft). I spent over sixty years depressed before. With zoloft I now know what "normal" life is like. But in addition to eliminating the depression it also eliminated the highs. (I used to consider myself a "mini manic depressive".) I take 100mg a day. with this side effects: Night sweats but not sure it's from the Zoloft. I also didn't like the weird feelings when I first started so I took half doses until I got used to them and then moved to the full dose.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['weird feelings']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: I'm sorry this is more about not taking it than about side effects of taking it. I was given samples today and took one dose before coming to this site, where I learned that insomnia and decreased libido are serious side effects for many people; these are already major, major issues for me. By now, the first feelings of "tightness" in my head, dry mouth, and a little bit of jitters have begun. As a result surely of prior conditions, but I do feel in part because of the drug or its jittery side effects, I've been unable to stop weeping for the past hour. I will probably not have the wherewithal to take another dose. I once took Effexor for 3 years and had trouble getting off of it, one real struggle and then one ok tapering experience finally. I can't imagine going through the withdrawal again, either, so I think I will run scared from this prescription for a while longer.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['first feelings of "tightness" in my head', 'dry mouth', 'little bit of jitters', 'jittery', 'unable to stop weeping for the past hour']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: lexapro worked well... felt more motivated Daily... had Insomnia so i took benadryl.. loss of appetite..<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Insomnia ', 'loss of appetite']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Cymbalta is great.My anxiety levels are down,I'm calm,mental clutter is gone,sleeping better.Muscle pain from fibromalgia is reduced.Depression is gone.My out look on life is 100% better.Positive attitude.I'm very grateful my doctor put me on Cymbalta. with this side effects: slight weight gain<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['slight weight gain']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: difficult sexual arousal<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['difficult sexual arousal']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: Decreased libido and insomnia<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Decreased libido', 'insomnia']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>i started at 5 mgs, felt like i was on speed for the first few days. 2 weeks later the anxiety had increased into panic. the Dr. had me skip a day then start back at 2.5 mgs daily. that was ok for about 3 days then i started having constant panic/anxiety, as well as crying a lot at innappropriate times. i stopped taking the lexapro, the anxiety has lightened a little bit, but the crying hasn't. i haven't taken the lexapro for over a week. with this side effects: increased anxiety, more panic attacks, uncontrollably bursting into tears<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['constant panic/anxiety', 'constant panic/anxiety', 'crying a lot at innappropriate times', 'increased anxiety', 'more panic attacks', 'uncontrollably bursting into tears', 'felt like i was on speed for the first few days', 'anxiety had increased ', 'panic', 'crying a lot']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Dr. prescribed this to "give me a better outlook, engergy, and be able to face the day" because of depression related to death of parents/divorce/job cut/ and resulting overwhelming responsibilities related to those factors. I had a previous bad experience with Zoloft 10 yrs ago when a dr. misdiagnosed my hypothryroidism for depresssion instead. Was deadly sick for 2 wks and he kept me on it regardless, upped the dosage three times over a year because it wasn't working (duh, it was my thyroid!)That dr. is history, btw! This time, I was very leary of taking anything. Lexapro, this doc said has 'no side effects, the gentlest of meds, no addiction, no sexual side effects, etc). I disagree. I waited until the weekend to start, just in case problems arise, glad I did. Took Fri afternoon, nauseous and dizzy immediately, spaced out, went to bed for 2 hrs, got up, couldn't even make dinner, stumbling/spacey. Next day worthless and in a fog, bad headache. I waited and took the 2nd dose in evening after dinner so wouldn't have to deal with nausea/dizzy. Woke up with massive headache, felt like hit by truck, hungover-like. Got nothing done all day. Took 3rd dose again Sunday 10 pm before bed, and didn't get up until noon today (Mon). Called in sick. Headache still and completely useless. Coffee & tylenol so far-- not helping much. Still in fog as I type this. Not sure if I want to continue. with this side effects: nausea, dizziness, spaciness, lack of coordination, massive headache in morning that lasts all day, feeling generally "hungover", lack of energy/motivation, dry mouth, jaw clenching<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['feeling generally "hungover"', 'lack of energy/motivation', 'stumbling/spacey', 'spaciness', 'nausea', 'dizziness', 'spaciness', 'lack of coordination', 'massive headache in morning that lasts all day', 'lack of energy', 'dry mouth', ' jaw clenching', 'nauseous', 'dizzy', 'spaced out', "couldn't even make dinner", 'worthless', 'in a fog', 'bad headache', 'massive headache', 'felt like hit by truck', 'hungover-like', 'Got nothing done all day', 'Called in sick', 'Headache', 'in fog']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This particular drug did not work for me. I have been on 60mg. I just dropped to 30mg today and will be coming off of it to switch to welbutrin. I am a full time graduate student who works full time. I have never in my life had such a hard time getting motivated (even with anxiety and depression). I am constantly forgetting words and always feel like I'm in a fog. I barely remember the last 3.5 months. I would sit down to study for class and forget what I just read. I would suggest if you are starting this drug to do so when you have no important engagements going on, so that you can see how this drug effects your memory and concentration. with this side effects: In a constant fog, inability to concentrate, no libido, memory loss, night sweats and vivid nightmares(in the first month, stopped eventually).<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['In a constant fog', 'inability to concentrate', 'no libido', 'memory loss', 'night sweats', 'vivid nightmares', 'hard time getting motivated', 'constantly forgetting words', "always feel like I'm in a fog", 'barely remember the last 3.5 months', 'forget what I just read']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I love Zoloft because of the very few side effects and its effectiveness in treating my anxiety and depression. I haven't needed to take a Xanax in a long time. Unfortunately, the weight gain and sex drive issue is driving me crazy, and I am considering switching to another drug because of this, but it appears that the other SSRIs have the same issues. I do highly recommend this drug, but everyone is different. My mom tried taking it and she broke out in hives, or hive-like bumps all over her body. with this side effects: No noticeable side effects until dosage was increased from 50 to 100mgs, then I noticed decrease in sex drive and increase in weight gain.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['decrease in sex drive', 'increase in weight gain', 'weight gain ', 'sex drive issue']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Cant wait to get of and get my life back.This drug was awful for me.Beware,do your research first with this side effects: lost feelings of joy,could not focus,weight loss,no cares for anything I used to love.deep,scary thoughts never have had them before<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['lost feelings of joy', 'could not focus', 'weight loss', 'no cares for anything ', 'deep,scary thoughts ']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>mosy of my side effects were in the first week or so starting effexor xr and whenever the dosage is raised, i experienced extreme headaches was extremely tired, very nausous, no appetite,a mild "high" feeling no sex drive mainly because i was way to tired. all those side effects went away though after a couple weeks and now it just makes me really gassy and i think my vision has become a little more blurry, the gas is very innoying though even at night when im in bed with my boyfriend its really uncomfortable but i took an over the counter pill for gas relief and it seemed to work. i havnt noticed that much of a change in my anxiety. its took the edge off i dont have panic attacks really anymore but i still cant sleep at night and i still get very nervous when its unessecarymaybe a dosage increase is needed but i was on zoloft a few years ago and it made me feel like a zombie so in comparison its alot better i hope things work out. with this side effects: GAS,vivid dreams, some muscle twitches<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['a mild "high" feeling', 'GAS', 'vivid dreams', 'some muscle twitches', 'extreme headaches', 'extremely tired', 'very nausous', 'no appetite', 'no sex drive', 'way to tired', 'really gassy', 'vision has become a little more blurry', 'gas is very innoying']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>it took about 8 weeks for the full effects, and it was a life saver for me. this drug worked so well along with therapy. i can only hoope it works as well for others as it did for me. unfortunatly, it lost its effect after 9 yrs, and i am searching for something else that will be as effective. if anyone has exp. this please feel free to write me with this side effects: extreme anxiety first 2 weeks. some sleepiness. little stomach upset.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['extreme anxiety', 'some sleepiness', 'little stomach upset']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I was never one to take any kind of drugs. I would only take aspirin as a last resort. But I have to say that taking the Effexor has made me feel so much better. I read all the side effects and was reluctant to start it, but knew that I needed to take something in order to function in life. I am currently on 75 mgs per day and it has made a huge difference. My advice to anyone considering taking the drug is don't stress out when reading the side effects. All drugs effect people differently. Give it a chance. It took about 14 days for the drug to kick in. The side effects did go away after about 4 days and when I increased my dose from 37.5 mgs to 75 mgs I didn't have any side effects. My Dr. prescribed xanax for me to take along with the effexor for the first week which actually eliminated the shakiness and nervousness immediately. I only had to take the xanax for the first three days on the Effexor. I suggest that if you decide to take the Effexor, having the xanax on hand for the first few days will help. I have not had to increase my dosage as of yet. I'm hoping to be able to stay on the 75 mgs for as long as possible. Reading about the withdrawals is a little scarey, but like I said, all people are affected differently by different drugs, so I will cross that bridge if and when I get to it. Effexor has made a huge difference in my life and when and if I have to come off it, if I experience any withdrawals, well, so be it. It would be a small price to pay for being able to enjoy life. with this side effects: The only side effects I experienced were mild insomnia and extreme shakiness for the first 3 days.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['mild insomnia', 'extreme shakiness for the first 3 days']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I have been taking meds for 6 years to treat anxiety and depression. Celexa knocked me out. I was so exhausted I couldn't moved. I felt drugged. Lexapro was the perfect drug for me. I took it for four years. I felt like myself on it (not drugged or sedated at all). I stopped taking it because I missed having orgasms and was sick of the weight gain and fatigue. That was a mistake. I tried Cymbalta with good effects (especially for muscle tension), but always felt like I was on medication. Did not feel natural. Went off cold turkey. DO NOT DO THIS!!! IT WAS HORRIBLE!!! I felt like I was going through heroin withdrawls (not like I know what that is like). Cymbalta was just too powerful for me. I have been on Wellbutrin for one month. No sexual side effects, but it has not helped my anxiety or depression at all. I am going back to my old friend Lexapro. It has very mild side effects when starting or stopping. It is mild but very effective. Guess I will just have to exercis with this side effects: Fatique (hard to get out of bed in morning), difficulty (but not impossible) to have orgasm and weight gain.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['difficulty (but not impossible) to have orgasm', 'Fatique', 'hard to get out of bed in morning', 'weight gain', 'missed having orgasms', 'weight gain ', 'fatigue']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>took l0 mg lexapro in combination with .5 klonpin 3x a day, eliminated a cycle of depression and anxiety I had for 2 yrs. with this side effects: slight loss of libido<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['slight loss of libido']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I have been taking 75mg dosage for a year now and it has greatly improved my depression. The negative obsessive thoughts playing over and over in my head have disappeared completely. I have not experienced any sexual side effects. I was on a 100mg dose of Zoloft prior to taking Effexor and it completely crushed my sex drive. I no longer have that sense of dread every morning and I am able to handle the stress of daily life. I would definitely recommend Effexor XR. with this side effects: Stomach problems early on: bloating, nausea, constipation. These disappeared after a few weeks. No side effects now accept for yawning.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['early on: bloating, nausea, constipation', 'early on: constipation', 'early on: bloating', 'yawning']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: I have never cut myself before I started taking Zoloft. A week after the commencement of my treatment I took a razor blade and cut my wrists. This medication has made me more suicidal than I used to be. It was the time of my exams at university, and unfortunately I was unable to think and concentrate on anything and therefore failed.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['unable to think and concentrate', 'have never cut myself ', 'cut my wrists', 'more suicidal', 'unable to think']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: If I do not take this drug, I become severely, despondent. Cry, irritable, then I start to have untimely jerkiness. Promotes seizures. I some times forget, whether I have taken dose. Have trouble with memory.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['trouble with memory']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Spent 2 months cutting down dose, final withdrawal off of 30 mg dose was agony emotionally and physically for weeks. Can't get over how much better I feel now off of this drug. with this side effects: weight gain (50+ pounds) high blood pressure skin problems tiny wounds would not heal for months, frequently developed into skin infections (e.g. from acne) immune system problems loss of interest in all activities loss of interest in relationships extreme fatigue wanted to sleep all the time could not feel happiness or joy continued to feel depression, have suicidal thoughts under stress <|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['immune system problems', 'could not feel happiness or joy', 'weight gain (50+ pounds)', 'high blood pressure', 'skin problems', 'tiny wounds would not heal for months', 'frequently developed into skin infections', 'loss of interest in all activities', 'loss of interest in relationships', 'extreme fatigue', 'wanted to sleep all the time', 'could not feel happiness', 'have suicidal thoughts']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>It certainly works for what I'm taking it for, but sometimes it can be very hard to handle the side effects I experience with it. with this side effects: Jittery, clenching/grinding teeth, insomnia, lack of libido<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['clenching/grinding teeth', 'Jittery', 'grinding teeth', 'insomnia', 'lack of libido']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I tried Cymbalta at difference dosages and my general impression when I was taking 30mg and later 60mg day was that Cymbalta helped a great deal for my anxiety- I just felt in control again and stupid chores didn't seem like such a big deal anymore. At 60mg however, my sleepiness just became unbearable. Needing a nap every afternoon just isn't OK for me. My libido also just did a disappearance act, which I simply couldn't handle. Despite helping with anxiety, I just didn't feel like my mood was lifted sufficiently and that I almost didn't feel like myself anymore- almost just too calm (where I like certain of my manic traits). ---------- I quit Cymbalta two weeks ago and I must comment that I didn't experience the horror withdrawal symptoms that everyone talks about, but perhaps because I slowly reduced my dosages. I'm now taking Wellbutrin SR and this seems to be doing the trick for me. I reckon that I perhaps just needed a difference class of drugs ---------- So, in my experience, C with this side effects: I started out on 60mg, which was a way too high dosage to start out on- lay on my bed for 2 days staring at the ceiling, not being able to move; also experienced blurred vision, nausea, excessive sleepiness, yet inability to sleep ---------- Was so paranoid after this episode that I didn't take it for a month again, but t my doctor recommended that I rather slowly get used to the drug, taking 30 mg every second day, and gradually increasing the dosage ----------- Second time round the side effects in the first week were minimal and even quite pleasant- had so much energy that I could get by with 4 hours sleep. This stabilised later on though ----------- As I upped my dosage, my libido started taking strain though and I had trouble sleeping --------- At 60mg, I started experiencing excessive sleepiness, needing a nap at least once every afternoon. <|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['not being able to move', 'needing a nap at least once every afternoon', 'my sleepiness just became unbearable', 'needing a nap at least once every afternoon', 'libido did a disapperance act', 'blurred vision', 'nausea', 'excessive sleepiness', 'inability to sleep', 'libido started taking strain', 'trouble sleeping', 'excessive sleepiness']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>after 18 months, my body is well-adjusted to it and it helps a great deal with regulating my mood. I take 20 mg at night, and drink lots of water during the day to counteract side-effects. It increases the effect of alcohol and caffeine so I have to be careful with those. But overall am happy with it, much better than Zoloft. with this side effects: grogginess, nausea, dry mouth, frequent urination<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['It increases the effect of alcohol and caffeine', 'grogginess', 'nausea', 'dry mouth', 'frequent urination', 'increases the effect of alcohol']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I had intense headaches for the first 3 days of taking Cymbalta, but then the depression "fog" cleared and I felt much less weighed down by my thoughts. During the first few months of taking Cymbalta (30 mg) I used to wake up at least 2X during the night to change pajamas & sheets/bedding due to intense sweating & was losing lots of sleep. Now I don't wake up until morning but I am soaked with sweat. Overall, I have felt more like myself & much less depressed, but occassionally when I experience a setback, I don't dwell as much on my sad thoughts. Both my therapist & psychiatrist are extremely puzzled by the instense sweating, as though they're hearing of this side effect for the first time. with this side effects: SEVERE night sweats and increased sweating during the day, and somewhat difficult (but not impossible) to reach orgasm.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['SEVERE night sweats', 'somewhat difficult (but not impossible) to reach orgasm', 'increased sweating during the day', 'intense headaches for the first 3 days', 'intense sweating', 'losing lots of sleep', 'soaked with sweat']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>wasnt helpful with this side effects: tired, thirsty,<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['tired', 'thirsty']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I really don't know what to do. I was switched to Cymbalta from Pristiq for cost reasons because I have no insurance. I have MS and all my meds are very expensive, so my MD signed me up for an assistance plan and Cymbalta is on it. The decreased libido is a major problem because I truly love my husband of 14 years, but I have a VERY difficult time being interested on an intimate level. I also cannot deal with the sweating. I sweat so profusely that it has become embarrassing. I have taken Lexapro successfully in the past and I am thinking about trying that again, regardless of the cost. with this side effects: Drastic drop in libido, profuse sweating, decreased appetite<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['drastic drop in libido', 'profuse sweating', 'decreased appetite', 'decreased libido', 'difficult time being interested on an intimate level', 'sweating', 'sweat so profusely']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: Took the pill for depression for a year and a half, extreme weight gain, no sex drive, even more depressed.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['extreme weight gain', 'no sex drive', 'more depressed']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I was torn about this drug. It definitely alleviated my suicidal thoughts and after 2 months, I felt I was in a grey area rather than deep black. BUT, hated the physical side effects, I took valerian (okayed by doctor) to offset the insomina - but weirdest was I realized only after I went off it how it affected my eating habits - I put on weight - around 10 lbs - in the 2.5 months on it - no impulse control and "munchy" syndrome - this was counterproductive as I had lost a lot and putting it on made me depressed! Withdrawal was odd - first 2 days nothing, then the third day, waves of nausea, headache, dizziness... Day 4 and 5 and now (Day 6) DEFINITE brain zaps - didn't know what people were talking about until they started - NOT nice ... and I was only on 2.5 months - overall - DOES do what it is supposed to do - you need to weight whether it is worth the side effects with this side effects: yawning, spaciness, dizziness, insomnia, affected my impulse control, increased appetite, headache<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['affected my impulse control', 'munchy syndrome', 'yawning', 'spaciness', 'dizziness', 'insomnia', 'increased appetite', 'headache', 'insomnia', 'put on weight - around 10 lbs - in the 2.5 months', 'no impulse control']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I wish I would have never started taking this horrible, horrible drug. with this side effects: The withdrawls are devestating. I can't stop taking this drug!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>It did help me with my depression and suicidal thoughts, but I have gained quite a bit of weight. I have to take an additional medication for anxiety. with this side effects: jittery, can't sleep, no sex drive<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['jittery', "can't sleep", 'no sex drive', 'gained quite a bit of weight']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>In the past I have taken zoloft which I could not tell that it helped with the depression. My Doctor which me to cymbalta because of the neuropathy pain I was having. I feel this drug has been a great help to me. with this side effects: For the first two weeks I was very nauseous. After the two weeks the neuropathy pain subsided and had a loss of appetite which was a good thing for me. I continue to lose weight right now I have lost thirty pounds in about 8 months. My mood is better I now get excited about things that are good. I do have sleeplessness but, I am willing to deal with that in exchange for the pain, weightlose and the feeling of happiness.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['very nauseous', 'loss of appetite', 'continue to lose weight', 'lost thirty pounds', 'sleeplessness', 'weightlose']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Helped with depression but total lack of desire for sex with this side effects: Lack of sexual desire, harder to reach orgasm<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Lack of sexual desire', 'harder to reach orgasm', 'total lack of desire for sex']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This was a miracle drug for the first few months,then it stopped working. Side effects stayed and now that I'm trying to slowly withdraw from it they have gotten worse and new ones have started, especially dizziness and irritibility and lack of energy. From what I've been reading it sounds like I have a long horrible road ahead of me. Lily had to have known about how absolutley grim the withdrawals were. with this side effects: vivid dreams, nightmares, night sweats,loss of libido and ability to orgasm, constipation, occational brain zaps, weight loss then a ton of weight gain.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['loss of libido and ability to orgasm', 'vivid dreams', 'nightmares', 'night sweats', 'loss of libido ', 'constipation', 'occational brain zaps', 'weight loss', ' a ton of weight gain']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Again, please be very careful when changing over to the generic of Lexapro. The best manufacturer I have found is Lupen. with this side effects: BEWARE....the generics of Lexapro are NOT all the same. They vary greatly in how effective they are. Most generics are made overseas in India or China. I had to go to three pharmacies before I could find one that did not cause serious side effects.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>good, much better than the effexor I was on. with this side effects: headache<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['headache']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Lexapro worked great for my depression after only 2 days. It did not do a lot for the anxiety initially, but I only took 3. The blood pressure issue, however, was enough to make my psychiatrist encourage me to stop. By the way, I had no withdrawl side effects after just two 10 mg, and one 5. I would suggest checking blood pressure BEFORE starting Lexapro, and check regularly afterwards. with this side effects: My blood pressure rose more than 10 points after taking the first Lexapro 10 mg. My normal BP is about 110/70, it rose to 134/88. I cut down to 5 mg, and my blood pressure stayed at about 124/84 until about 4 days after stopping. It is now back to 112/72.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['blood pressure rose more than 10 points', 'blood pressure issue']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I had a very bad reaction to this, though it does appear to help some. Don't be afraid to tell your doctor what it is doing to you and don't just go along with their "the side effects will go away." Not every med is for everyone. Tell them how you are feeling. with this side effects: HORRID. Within a few days of taking it, horrible anxiety. I would look in the mirror and think "what is wrong with me!" I slept a lot, had no appetite whatsoever, lost weight, felt like I was not myself at all. I practically had a nervous breakdown on it. Yawning A LOT. I just felt so weird all the time, I HAD to come off it. It's been the worst anti depressant I ever took. (This was 10 years ago) and I have much better anti depressants since then. I was initially scared of ANY anti depressant after my experience with the Z. But about a year later I tried others and could tolerate them much better. (Such as Lexapro and Prozac.)<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['horrible anxiety', 'slept a lot', 'had no appetite', 'lost weight', 'felt like I was not myself ', 'nervous breakdown', 'Yawning A LOT', 'felt so weird all the time']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>became pregnant surprisingly (by natural means). my md stopped the 60mg cymbalta cold turkey and switched me to lexapro. I had to be hospitalized within a day for severe vomiting, & electrolyte imbalances. I felt terribly anxious and had heart palpitations I didn't understand. I had waited 7 years for a baby. At 12 1/2 weeks pregnant....after all that suffering, the baby died. DO Not stop this medication cold turkey. They make a 20mg capsule. then you can open it and remove some beads. my life will never be the same again. with this side effects: med helped for a while, but I gained about 30lbs in the midsection. I was always thin and fit before. was taking it for multiple failed fertility treatment's and devastating experience with failed IVF.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['gained about 30lbs']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I feel ambivalent about it every so often. There are reports about how people get addicted to it and feel "brain zaps" when trying to go off. As Effexor is my third anti-depressant, it's worked the best and I'm sick of shopping around. Even with the side effects, which aren't too bad and more just annoying, I can deal. However, I worry about the day when I decide to go off of them and determine if my depression is more chronic or clinical. I've gone a few days before without taking it and felt dizzy, tired, nauseous, and spacey. I'm afraid that the mild addiction will be enough to keep me on them forever, even if I show signs of recovery. Also, if I'm on them forever, that could be bad news if I decide to have kids (in the way future). good news: there's a generic coming out, meaning it doesn't cost $10 a pill (before insurance) sometime soon with this side effects: dry mouth, anorgasmic At first, strange dreams, meaning very vivid and colorful. However, now, they don't occur. Also, it used to regulate my sleep cycle to something more normal (like getting tired around 11 or 12). Also, my appetite used to be more "normal" when I started, but now is back to more random eating/snacking.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['anorgasmic', 'strange dreams', 'dry mouth', 'random eating/snacking']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>30 mg worked initially then abruptly seemed to stop working after about 6 weeks/now on 60 mg. I am happy to say I have not felt this good for years and years. Fibro pain greatly reduced, energy up, sleep and dreaming wonderful after many years of not much of either. I am very enthused and interested in my life again. Coming off Cymbalta does sound scary, but I am trying to just enjoy feeling well for now, will cross that bridge down the road. I am trying some different approaches to the thinning hair and hope I can solve it. with this side effects: Little nauseaus first couple of days. I already had all the gastro symptoms and hot flashes others have mentioned. Unfortunately, those symptoms have not improved. I am experiencing hair loss and am wondering what the cause may be-could be Cymbalta, could be my age/hormones, a vitamin I might need, winter.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Little nauseaus first couple of days']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>It helped my depression tremendously, but sexual side effects are severe in my case. with this side effects: Killed my sex drive. No libido whatsoever. Emotionless.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Killed my sex drive', 'No libido', 'Emotionless', 'sexual side effects are severe']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Don't take it. with this side effects: sleeplessness, vivid dreams, hallucinations, tiredness, muscle aches, fluctuating blood pressure, zoned out.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['sleeplessness', 'vivid dreams', 'hallucinations', 'tiredness', 'muscle aches', 'fluctuating blood pressure', 'zoned out']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: none<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I am going to stick it out and hope that it starts to work soon. The side effects have been manageable compared to lexapro and celexa. with this side effects: Increased fatigue, insomnia accompanied by increased nighttime anxiety, brain zaps, crying spells.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Increased fatigue', 'insomnia', 'increased nighttime anxiety', 'brain zaps', 'crying spells']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I switched from Cymbalta to Lexapro and after approximately 30 days, I began feeling very bad. I gained 13 lbs in 6 weeks and could not get out of bed after 60 days. My hair started falling out by the handful. I quit cold turkey last week and I feel a lot better today but hair loss continues. Doc said that should reverse within a month. Very negative experience. with this side effects: Weight gain, HAIR LOSS, increased depression, fatigue, lethargy<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Weight gain', 'HAIR LOSS', 'increased depression', 'fatigue', 'lethargy', 'gained 13 lbs', 'could not get out of bed ', 'hair started falling ']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: INTENSE JAW PAIN, TREMORS, INSOMNIA, LACK OF SEXUAL DESIRE, DRY MOUTH, MOOD SWINGS<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['INTENSE JAW PAIN', 'TREMORS', 'INSOMNIA', 'LACK OF SEXUAL DESIRE', 'DRY MOUTH', 'MOOD SWINGS']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>not good due to weight gain, when coming off of it you feel OUT OF IT- sometimes I am even scared to drive a car because I feel so off. I am now on Wellbutrin ( awesome ) but I am still on effexor and have decreased my dose which makes you feel outside of yourself. I did not take any of the effexor yesterday as I hope to just take Wellbutrin but I am even having trouble typing these comments because I did not have a dose of effexor in the past 24 hours. Not a good suggestion for depression. with this side effects: Weight gain ( 20 pounds in 6 months )adverse sexual side effect, loopy when trying to come off of it, threw up many times a week within an hour of taking med.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Weight gain ( 20 pounds in 6 months )adverse sexual side effect, loopy when trying to come off of it, threw up many times a week within an hour of taking med.', 'adverse sexual side effect', 'threw up many times a week within an hour', 'weight gain']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>When I came off Cymbalta I had the worst side effects I could've ever imagined...it's been a few weeks and still have horrible effects...extreme muscle fatigue and muscle cramping and elevated liver enyzmes (no pre-existing liver damage or alcohol use/abuse,) just to name a few. My md is now completing more test and questioning if I have fibromyalgia or MS due to the test results and symptoms. These seemed to have been initiated after stopping the drug but symtoms did not exist prior to taking them...anyone else having these effects, if so, what was your outcome or did the symptoms go away? I can barely walk up a couple of stairs without a deep burning and fatigue within my muscles. Just curious of how dangerous this drug is and if I'm the only one with these problems. with this side effects: Profuse sweating...hot flashes, drowsy all of the time, brain fog, inability to concentrate, loss of sex drive, weight gain, constipation, muscle cramps, eye floaters...just to name a few.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['deep burning and fatigue within my muscles', 'Profuse sweating', 'hot flashes', 'drowsy all of the time', 'brain fog', 'inability to concentrate', 'loss of sex drive', 'weight gain', 'constipation', 'muscle cramps', 'eye floaters', 'barely walk up a couple of stairs', 'fatigue within my muscles']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This drug helped me for a while, it is powerful and addictive, and its half life is short, thus weaning yourself from it is an agony. withdrawal symptoms are so bad and unbearable. when deciding to cut off, Taper as far as you can. with this side effects: severe sleep disturbances, abnormal ejaculation, anorexia<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['severe sleep disturbances', 'abnormal ejaculation', 'anorexia']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Switched to Cymbalta from Effexor XR & now I have energy, spirit, and just feel GOOD. I also take Wellbutrin & Adderall to supplement. with this side effects: Weight Gain<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Weight Gain']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>DON'T TAKE IT!!!!!! with this side effects: dripping in sweat all the time, extreme fatigue, mucus coming out of my anus, feeling like I have to have a bowel movement several times an hour, constipation, and my depression is the same as when I wasn't on it. Also feel like I'm in a cloud allthe time. Having vision problems.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>["feel like I'm in a cloud allthe time", 'dripping in sweat all the time', 'extreme fatigue', 'mucus coming out of my anus', 'feeling like I have to have a bowel movement several times an hour', 'constipation', 'vision problems']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Never, never, never again. with this side effects: I was a ZOMBIE! Looked like I could have been in "Night of the Living Dead".<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['was a ZOMBIE']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I feel somewhat more stable than when off of this type of medicine, but I am also so unhappy with the long term side effects. Also, I am still experiencing some major depressive episodes and invasive thoughts, which makes me question if the cure is worse than the disease. I want to get off of it, but I fear feeling the way I did prior to taking any antidepressant, which was horrible. Others taken include Paxil and Lexapro. I am at a real crossroad right now and don't know what to do. Help??? with this side effects: Short term: dizziness,nausea,confusion, and headaches for about 10 days or so. Long term: extremely graphic nightmares, night sweats(especially in winter), 30 lb. weight gain, sexual side effects, extremely unhappy with all of these side effects.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['dizziness', 'dizziness,nausea,confusion, and headaches', 'confusion', 'headaches for about 10 days or so', 'extremely graphic nightmares', 'night sweats(especially in winter)', 'weight gain', 'sexual side effects', 'major depressive episodes', 'invasive thoughts']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Went through a phase in life where I lost my job and was under-employed for a couple of years. Had descended to an all time low in self-loathing. Doc intially placed me on Welbutrine, which made me un-motived and essentially a disinterested by-stander in the story that is my life. Switched me over to 10mg dose of Lexapro, which has never increased. I now have a job I love (OK, like) and do not worry about the future. I continue to take Lexapro, as I said I am not as easy going if I miss several doses. My wife can tell when I am off of it, as little things will drive me nuts: barking dogs, annoying habits of others, other drivers, belligerent children...the usual list of suspects. My mother's side of the family is full of passionate, emotional rage machines, so it is a genetic thing or I am a product of the environment in which I spent my formative years. When I am on it I am calm cool and in control. Have notfound it to be physically addictive nor experienced any side effects. with this side effects: Uneven temperment, lack of patience if I skip several doses.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I have gone the fruit route - i will eat 4-5 apples/oranges/pears in one sitting, no diarrhea or constipation. Takes care of the sugar craving - i used to eat vegies lots and hardly any fruit, now it's reversed. Also eat less meat - kind of grosses me out now - but i crave pecans, almonds etc...Increased mood SUBSTANTIALLY - although still very reactive around menstruation. Sometimes feel JOY - dancing around the house, energetic, feel good about myself, most times just feel balanced, calm. Much improvement from the suicidal ideation, dysphoria, depression..bit borderline too, and obsessive negative self thoughts...it's the FIRST antiDep i've tried where there's a POSITIVE difference! From the sounds of the other posts, it doesn't have this effect on everyone. I would encourage you to speak to your doctor right away if some of those really bad side effects occur - this drug is so new, there's no long term studies on it, so we don't know how it reacts with different symptoms, different physiology. For me, i noticed within 2 days that the rumination was all but ceased. I've never noticed any previous AntiDep's effect until well over a month (prozac, effexor, celexa and wellbutrin combo)and none of them has actually made me feel GOOD about myself. with this side effects: initial side effects lasted a week or so - bug eyed, dizzy, nausea - just like with any anti-Dep. The lasting ones: decrease in appetite, change in food cravings - from carbs to sugar - down 2 sizes :) this is a weird one...when i would find insects and spiders in the house, i would kill them. now i either leave them alone, or take them outside to a spot i think they would like - i said it was weird! when i forget to eat, i get the shakes - low blood sugar. my finger pads seem wrinkly - like a person forty years older than me.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['initial side effects lasted a week or so - bug eyed, dizzy, nausea', 'initial side effects lasted a week or so - bug eyed, dizzy, nausea', 'The lasting ones: decrease in appetite', 'change in food cravings - from carbs to sugar', 'lasted a week or so - bug eyed', 'down 2 sizes', 'finger pads seem wrinkly', 'sugar craving']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This medication has done absolutely NOTHING for me. I am so glad to be off of it. I started at 5 mg, went up to 10 mg, 15, 20, 30, and even to 40 mg! At that dosage I was so tired and irritable. I do not see the point of taking Lexapro-type SSRI's for anxiety, which was my primary issue for taking it. I do not think Lexapro gave me any seriously adverse side effects...it just didn't help with the anxious and depressive symptoms...it may as well have been a sugar pill. with this side effects: Possible loss of libido.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['loss of libido', 'tired', 'irritable']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Saved my life after 20 years on Prozac; went to generic Prosac didn't work, tried lexapro, very depressed. Tried Effexor XR and depression gone (only normal ups and downs). Needed some more help Doctor added Wellbutrin last year. Now very normal. with this side effects: Reduced sex drive, insomnia,<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Reduced sex drive', 'insomnia']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I have been on Avanza (60mg) for about 18 months, and the doctor recently recommended adding 75mg of Efexor in the morning, and reducing the Avanza to 30mg at night. First day (Wednesday) was fine, second day (Thursday) i started getting anxiety attacks every couple of hours, leading up to around lunchtime when i found myself to be extremely agitated and in a permanent state of anxiety, the likes of which i have never experienced before - shakes, very panicky, extremely agitated and nervous, etc. Friday i was in two minds about taking the pill, but did it anyway, and the anxiety just didn't stop. I have not taken the effexor since Friday morning, it is now Monday and i am JUST starting to lose the anxiousness, not to mention the feeling of total exhaustion and loss of sleep. It was that bad that i basically have hidden all weekend, didn't answer the phone and was very apprehensive about even going downstairs to do the washing. At least i finally managed to get some sleep last night, with the help of 2 stillnox tablets. For me this drug has been shit and i will never take it again. The side effects are easily found on the net, so if you are a first timer, be wary of the side effects. with this side effects: Hypertension. Extreme anxiety attacks lasting for 3 full days and nights - after only 3 x 75mg tablets of effexor xr<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Hypertension', 'Extreme anxiety attacks lasting for 3 full days and nights ', 'anxiety attacks', 'extremely agitated', 'permanent state of anxiety', 'shakes', 'very panicky', 'extremely agitated', 'nervous', "anxiety just didn't stop", 'anxiousness', 'feeling of total exhaustion', 'loss of sleep']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I seem to be quite fortunate. I started out taking 300 mg of Effexor and am now down to 150 mg. At 300, I had very bothersome night sweats. This was greatly improved by dropping the dose to 225. With my doctor's permission, I've recently dropped the dose to 150 mg. I was wondering if the drug was increasing my appetite and if a lower dose might make a difference. But, I'm still about 10 pounds heavier than I'd like and at this point, I don't think I can blame it on Effexor. I suffered no major side effects when lowering the drug - just some light headedness that lasted a couple of days. with this side effects: night sweats, dreams, possibly increased appetite<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['night sweats', 'dreams', 'possibly increased appetite', 'very bothersome night sweats']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>It's a great medicine once you get past the side effects! with this side effects: The first 2 weeks I had a headache, I couldn't stop grinding my teeth and I was a little restless but it all went away. I currently take 150 mgs and it's great!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['first 2 weeks, headache, went away', 'went away', 'went away']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I'm surprised that there were any positive ratings. I took this for two months, hoping that the side effects would ease. Most had except for the apathy and fatigue - just wouldn't go away. Doctors did not tell me that I needed to increase my Thyroid medicine as recommended by the manufacturer of the thyroid medicine. I became more tired, cold and weak after about 6 weeks so I had to discontinue. The withdrawal process has been very difficult. It apparently doesn't take a long time for this medicine to build up toxic levels in your blood and liver as well as affecting your brain. Even though I tapered down in 1/4 pill increments, the worst withdrawal symptoms happened to me after I completely stopped. Dizziness, headaches, neck pain as well as muscle stiffness throughout the body are main complaints. Why is this product legal? with this side effects: Fatigue, dizziness, apathy, muscle jerks, jaw clenching, interfered with Thyroid replacement medicine, insomnia.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Fatigue', 'dizziness', 'apathy', 'muscle jerks', 'jaw clenching', 'insomnia', 'interfered with Thyroid replacement medicine', 'more tired', 'cold', 'weak']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I wish I could give this time to kick in but really I had problems while I was at work today and can't do the adjustment period. If you can hang in there like other people on this forum than god bless you. But I think I'm going to try other methods right now ... I just don't think I can put myself through hell for a few weeks like this. You seriously feel worse than you did without the medication ... its hard but if you can hang in there then do it. with this side effects: Woke up this morning with jitters. That subsided around 10am. That's when I noticed how much of a space cadet I was feeling. My head was in an unbelievable fog. I was able to focus and concentrate and hold conversations but I just felt in a daze. It is now almost time for bed/my next dose and I still have that feeling in my head and slight headache.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['jitters', 'space cadet I was feeling', 'unbelievable fog', 'felt in a daze', 'slight headache', 'problems while I was at work']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I have been on so many of the SSRI's i.e. Celexa, Prozac, Serzone, Lexapro, Wellbutrin XR, Remeron. None work like the SNRI, Effexor XR with me. I've been as high as 300 mg and as low as I am now at 112.5 mg. I've been on Effexor XR for over 9 years. My doc will add a mood stabilizer when I need one. Other than that, I'm staying with Effexor XR. with this side effects: Frankly, I have been on Effexor XR so long that it is hard to tell what side effects I do have. I guess I can say that there are times my blood pressure increases. Other than that, I can't think of a side effect.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['blood pressure increases']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I found this drug to not do much in the way of improving my anxiety problem, although it did work very well on depression. The "speed" side effect was very unusual, and I could see it casuing addiction in some people. This is a great, fairly mild drug with few long-term side effects if your symptoms are depression-specific. with this side effects: I had a very strange reaction to this drug, one which some people also seem to experience. If you have ever taken amphetamine (Dexedrine) you will know what I mean. I got very speedy and high off of this drug in addition to feeling standard SSRI effects. However, these speedy effects completely negate any sexual side effects and if anything will improve your sex life, making it great if you find SSRI's sexual side effects distressing.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['got very speedy and high', 'The "speed" side effect', 'very strange reaction', 'very speedy ']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I went on Cymbalta for my Depression/Fibromyalgia. I also have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome so my Dr. was hoping it would lift my depression and help me to regulate my sleep cycle and get up earlier in the morning. Ever since I have been on it, I have not had one good night sleep. I wake up about every two hours and am very restless throughout the night. I have also had night sweats on a few occasions. There were times where it made me feel even more anxious than I already was. The one thing I did notice is it controlled my ruminating which was a bit of a relief. However, I felt no better in regards to my depression. Now I have to go through the hell of withdrawl for another two weeks. I would not recommend this medication for anyone who has a sensitive system like me. Unfortunately, I did not find much benefit!!! with this side effects: Brain shocks in the beginning with insomnia. Loss of appetite, and more thirsty than usual. Decrease in Libido.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Brain shocks in the beginning', 'Brain shocks in the beginning with insomnia', 'night sweats on a few occasions', 'Loss of appetite', 'more thirsty than usual', 'Decrease in Libido', 'have not had one good night sleep', 'wake up about every two hours', 'very restless throughout the night', 'feel even more anxious']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This is an excellent medication for anyone who has a depressiv or anxiety disorder. I suffer from both, and this is my second time on the drug. it has done a great deal for me. I have only been taking it for 6 months on my second bout, but I took it for two years before, and it did wonders. The only problems I had with it were when I came off it the first time. withdrawl is really tough, but past that, it's a good drug. with this side effects: mild insomnia, poor interactions with alcohol<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['poor interactions with alcohol', 'mild insomnia']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I have found that this has helped my depression and anxiety very much. I no longer have suicidal thoughts (which i had lived with for fifteen years), I no longer am extremely anxious and negative. It has not helped my hypersomnia - I can still sleep for up to 14 hours a day. Am looking at changing my meds (I also take a small dose of Lamictal every day) as I am very unmotivated and slightly depressed at the moment but I think t could be to do with my life circumstances which aren't great right now. with this side effects: Initially; dizziness, brain zaps, weight loss, nausea. These dissipated after a couple of months. Now I have night sweats and my body temperature has increased. My weight has stablised and I am seven pounds heavier than I used to be, but I have a decreased appetite. As others have said, the withdrawals happen very quickly - I get pins and needles in my face and tongue (how bizzarre!) within hours of missing a dose.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Initially; dizziness, brain zaps, weight loss, nausea', 'weight loss', 'Initially; dizziness, brain zaps, weight loss, nausea', 'Initially; dizziness', 'night sweats', 'body temperature has increased', 'seven pounds heavier', 'decreased appetite']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I was on this pill at 30mg a day for 7 days before the Dr. told me to take 60mg a day. I could hardly eat, and just sat on the couch everyday staring at the tv. It made my anxiety worse and I was quicker to anger than usual. I found that I just did not care about anyone or anything anymore. I would not reccommend this drug to anyone with anxiety issues, as it was not a very big help. with this side effects: Difficulty Urinating; Very Tired and Listless All Day After Taking Dose; Nausea; No Taste For Food; General Apathy<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Very Tired and Listless All Day After Taking Dose', 'Very Tired and Listless All Day After Taking Dose', 'just sat on the couch everyday staring at the tv', 'Difficulty Urinating', 'Nausea', 'No Taste For Food', 'General Apathy', 'could hardly eat', 'anxiety worse', 'quicker to anger than usual', 'did not care about anyone or anything anymore']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This medication orginally did wonders for my wellbeing and anxiety. However, I needed to come off it as it often impaired my memory - to the point where school was becoming arduous. Then, when I got worse, they put me back on it. That time, however, was the most horrendous experience of my life. I sat with my head over the toilet vomiting whilst slurring random words and throwing toiletries at the people who surounded me. Apparently I refused help because I thought they (my parents, and later, the nurses at ER) were trying to poison me. Be very careful about this drug, but it helped me immensely the first time. Be wary, but don't be completely close-minded either. with this side effects: The 1ST time taking the Lexapro - Slight nausea and somnolence. 2ND Time - Nausea; vomiting; suicidal thoughts; slight schizophrenia; tremors; increased anxiety; agitation resulting in violent thoughts; psychosis.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Slight nausea', 'somnolence', 'Nausea', 'vomiting', 'suicidal thoughts', 'slight schizophrenia', 'tremors', 'increased anxiety', 'agitation ', 'violent thoughts', 'psychosis', 'often impaired my memory', 'vomiting', 'slurring random words', 'throwing toiletries at the people']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Ive only been on it for 1 day and was a little naucious this morning and my jaw has been wanting to clench down. I started 37.5mg and in a week Ill be jumping to 75mg. I was so scared to take it that I delayed it because I read all the comments on this site. So I finally made to decision to start it and hope for the best and it seems like not too many side effects are going to get me. Haha. Im excited to start this drug and pray for a normal life once again. Ive had a miscarriage with twins and full term pregnancy in the past 1 1/2 year, husband in the Marine Corps always gone and lots of moving... I pray that this helps and I can overcome my depression and anxiety. Ill make another rating in a month,,, hope this helps someone with this side effects: Nausea, a lil. brain "zapping" pressure, restless jaw (teeth wanting to grind) and HAPPINESS<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['brain "zapping" pressure', 'Nausea, a lil', 'restless jaw (teeth wanting to grind)', 'a little naucious', 'jaw has been wanting to clench down']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>It didn't alleviate my depression or anxiety with this side effects: none<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I was on Zoloft when I was in high school, and it worked fine. Went back on it after a couple of years of no meds, and it made almost all of my symptoms worse. I had multiple recurrent thoughts of suicide, the worst self harm I have ever done, all culminating in an overdose on the drugs, leading to an overnight hospital stay. Zoloft works really well for some people, just make sure you have people around to see how you react to it. with this side effects: Vastly increased moodiness, extreme levels of excess energy, minor hallucinations, irritability, reduced sex drive, lasting dissociative symptoms<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Vastly increased moodiness', 'extreme levels of excess energy', 'minor hallucinations', 'irritability', 'reduced sex drive', 'lasting dissociative symptoms', 'recurrent thoughts of suicide', 'worst self harm', 'leading to an overnight hospital']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: For the first 1-2 weeks, my neck felt very tired and sore. After the first two weeks, I felt like a new person entirely. I don't feel numb to emotions at all; when I'm sad, I'm still sad. When I'm happy, I'm fantastic. Still living my life with all of the ups and downs, but I feel centered and normal. With an anti-depressant you MUST taper to your dose (I.e. Taking half of a pill for a week, then taking a whole pill afterwards.) if you don't do this, you may have a terrible time. Also, it takes at 2 wks-1 mo. for you to really feel the effects, so try and be patient!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['first 1-2 weeks, my neck felt very tired and sore', 'neck felt very tired and sore']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: nan<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>[]<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I took Lexapro together with Wellbutrin to "correct" concurrent depression and anxiety. At the time I started the drugs, I was in a major depression. Wellbutrin helped immediately to let me think entire thoughts again (without interruptions in my thinking because I felt so sad.) Adding Lexapro improved my mood. I started at 5 mg and worked slowly up to 20 mg. After 2 years at 20 mg, my thoughts became bitchy and impatient again. My psych recommended increasing the lexapro dosage to deal with it. I chose the opposite path: I tapered off both Lexapro and Wellbutrin and am focusing on nutrition and exercise to keep my mood steady and generally positive. Psychiatrist disagrees with my approach and says Lexapro is a drug for life. I am sleeping more deeply now, without the intense anxious dreams that I had on the drugs. I will go back on them if I have to, as they did keep my super sad thoughts at bay. Personally I think these drugs were a life saver to get me through with this side effects: constipation, fatigue, weight gain, blocked tears and sad feelings that still existed inside of me<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['constipation', 'fatigue', 'weight gain', 'blocked tears ', 'intense anxious dreams ']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>This really kicked me out of the doldrums quite quickly. I lost weight and felt great. After 7 months I do not feel any depression or anxiety but am not sure if I even need it anymore either. Have gained back all of the weight I lost and have a big appetite. I would recommend this medication - Wellbutrin didn't do a thing for me. with this side effects: Initially some mild headaches and vision blurring. Now I get mild headaches, head buzzing or light headedness if I miss a dose. Some stomach discomfort occasionally for a few minutes right after taking it. Often can't stop yawning about 3:30 PM daily for about an hour.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Initially some mild headaches', 'Initially some mild headaches and vision blurring', 'Some stomach discomfort occasionally for a few minutes', "can't stop yawning", 'lost weight', 'gained back all of the weight I lost', 'big appetite']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: Gained 50 pounds when I have never been overweight in my life. Also had no sexual desire. After I quit, I have started losing weight and I have gone into a sexual frenzy!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Gained 50 pounds', 'no sexual desire']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I haven't experienced any sexual side effects which is a plus but I am really not happy about the weight gain. I feel as though I have reached a plateau in my progress. For a while I felt as though things were really improving, but recently it things seem almost like they were before I started. with this side effects: Initially experienced loss of appetite & weight loss. I also experienced an initial period of emotional numbness by which I mean I didn't feel I was experiencing my emotions normally no matter what it was I was feeling. Now I find I have extremely vivid & bizarre dreams- some good, some bad. Sweating has definitely increased as well as heat sensitivity. I also found that after the initial period of appetite & weight loss, my appetite went back to normal & I have since gained quite a bit of weight.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Initially experienced loss of appetite', 'Initially experienced loss of appetite & weight loss', 'Sweating has definitely increased', 'heat sensitivity', 'Initially experienced loss of appetite', 'Initially experienced loss of appetite & weight loss', 'initial period of emotional numbness', "didn't feel I was experiencing my emotions normally", 'extremely vivid & bizarre dreams', 'gained quite a bit of weight', 'weight gain']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Its can be a very dangerous drug for those who have an intolerance to it. with this side effects: Felt like on an LSD badtrip, but way worse. Made me even more suicidal.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Felt like on an LSD', 'even more suicidal']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>nan with this side effects: Originally I was prescribed Zoloft for depression & anxiety attacks and was given 50mg dose from the start. Within a few hours I was trippin from the side effects. I was unable to carry on a conversation, racing thoughts, room spinning, looked like a zombie, emotionally numb, I felt i was high, nauseous for 4 days. Finally my Dr. switched me to Lexapro. The first day was great, no side effects whatsoever. Until I woke up nauseous, as soon as I ate I was fine. 2nd day: no side effects, I was social, but that night woke up at 2:15 sweating and in a terrible panic attack(not from a dream) but heart racing, swallowed breath, felt emotionally traumatized..but quickly fell back to sleep. Day 3: great! Social, happy to have company, emotionally well & stable. Again, woke up at 4am (no anxiety) for no reason but fell asleep an hour later. Over all I'd say these side effects are much easier go deal with than before & am very happy to be on the route to a steady, happy life!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['nauseous', 'sweating', 'terrible panic attack', 'heart racing', 'swallowed breath', 'felt emotionally traumatized']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>After the first month, it is the the best thing that has ever happened to me. I feel like i did before the depression ever happened. with this side effects: nausea/ weight loss the first month<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['nausea/ weight loss the first month', 'weight loss the first month']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I was only on 20MG and it worked mentally but to this day, my gastro-intestinal system is screwed up. I do have to say, I was taking Advil and noticed on TV now there are now warnings about taking over the counter pain relievers with this medication. with this side effects: After 2 weeks I had terrible acid reflux which I NEVER had before, constipation, stomach ache 24/7, then rectal bleeding which scared the heck out of me. Got off the drug immediately. Because of the bleeding I had to go for a colonoscopy and have my stomach biopsied which showed it cause the lining of my stomach was inflammed. It took me 2 weeks to be weaned off the medication and I felt awful all over like I had the flu.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['terrible acid reflux ', 'constipation', 'stomach ache 24/7', 'rectal bleeding', 'bleeding', 'lining of my stomach was inflammed', 'gastro-intestinal system is screwed up']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG EVER EVER EVER EVER. with this side effects: wight gain, water retention, vivd dreams/ nightmares, crying, shaking, brain tremors or shocks, ( iseriously do not know how to adequtly describe it but it is debilitating), leg twitching, arm twitching, blurred vision, eye strain, think things hapened that really din not!!!!, believe dreams to be true the next day, crying, memory loss, confusion, my husband has no compassion to my withdrawal symptoms.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['wight gain', 'vivd dreams ', 'brain tremors or shocks, ( iseriously do not know how to adequtly describe it but it is debilitating)', 'water retention', 'nightmares', 'crying', 'shaking', 'leg twitching', ' arm twitching', 'blurred vision', 'eye strain', 'think things hapened that really din not', 'believe dreams to be true ', 'crying', 'memory loss', 'confusion']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I take 225 mg. of Effexor XR. It's the best anti-depressant I've ever taken. I took Lexapro once and it majorly screwed me up. Paxil made me gain weight, and Prozach interfered with my sleep and didn't seem to do much. I'm comfortable with this drug. with this side effects: Goofy happiness in the beginning, temporary lowering of sex drive, shakiness<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['Goofy happiness', 'temporary lowering of sex drive', 'shakiness']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>I am only on Day 2 of Lexapro and taking 10mg/day. I feel really strange but am hoping I even out some after being on it for awhile. I also had some really strange images while trying to go to sleep last night. I wasn't asleep so I can't call it a dream/nightmare, but definitely strange nonetheless. I imagine this is what it feels like to be on crack. with this side effects: I'm jittery and feel like I'm going to jump out of my skin after taking my dose. A few hours later that seems to cease and I become really tired. Having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep already. Clenching my jaw has gotten worse since I've been on it. I feel like I want to go run or jump up and down or something to get rid of this excess energy.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['staying asleep already', 'jittery', "feel like I'm going to jump out of my skin", 'really tired', 'trouble falling asleep', 'Clenching my jaw has gotten worse', 'excess energy', 'feel really strange', 'strange images', 'feels like to be on crack']<|eot_id|>

<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>please extract ADRs from the comment below, be careful to extract all of them as well<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>Had no difficulty with going off cymbalta. with this side effects: No physical side effects. I felt better ... but at the same time felt completely "flat" emotionally. I chose to go off the medication for that reason.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>['completely flat emotionally']<|eot_id|>