Effexor Side Effects Can Include Increased Suicidal Thoughts

Effexor is the brand name of a drug known as venlafaxine, an extended release tablet used to treat depression, anxiety, and panic disorder. It was brought to market by Wyeth in the early nineties and is now manufactured by Pfizer.

Effexor is different from some of the other popular antidepressants in that it is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), as opposed to Prozac and Zoloft, which are SSRIs that act only on the neurotransmitter serotonin. It is the imbalance of these neurotransmitters which is believed to be the root of depression and related disorders.

While these drugs have helped many individuals, and continue to do so, they also can potentially cause very concerning side effects, and have even led to a few suicides. Although serious complications are rare, they do exist, and it's important to be aware of what can happen, and the fact that there are other options when it comes to treating anxiety and depression.

Possible Side Effects of Effexor

People who have been taking Effexor have reported many different side effects. The following problems and warnings are taken directly from the official Effexor web site:

Most Common Problems:

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Abnormal Ejaculation
• Sweating
• Dry Mouth
• Gas
• Abnormal Vision
• Nervousness
• Insomnia
• Anorexia
• Constipation
• Confusion/Agitation
• Tremore
• Yawning
• Palpitation

Other Possible Effexor Side Effects

The web site warns of the possibility that the drug may cause an increase in your cholesterol.

There are published reports that show that some patients have experienced sustained hypertension (high blood pressure), mania, hyponatremia (electrolyte imbalances), mydriasis (dilation of the pupils) and abnormal bleeding.

One of the biggest concerns when it comes to Effexor and SSRIs/SNRIs is the fact that it could increase the potential for suicidal tendencies in children, teenagers and young adults. This warning appears twice on the drug's website.

Within the last couple of years the FDA has warned that newborns exposed to Effexor and similar meds during the third trimester of pregnancy have developed serious complications necessitating long hospital stays, respiratory assistance and tube feeding. They have also reiterated the warning about suicidality and worsening of depressive thoughts and feelings.

A natural alternative to Effexor

Numerous clinical studies indicate that depression might be due to poor health of the neurotransmitters, which is what these drugs try to regulate. These are chemicals that are responsible for everything that takes place in your body. Poor neurotransmitter health is a result of inadequate nutrients being delivered to your brain.

We have found a product with natural ingredients that can actually "feed" your neurotransmitters as well as stimulate serotonin production, which is what Effexor and other SNRIs accomplish (unnaturally!). These ingredients may be able to improve your sense of well-being and remove feelings of depression.

The product is called Neuro Natural Serenity and it contains all natural ingredients that may help alleviate feelings of depression as well as promote general health and well-being. Neuro-Natural Serenity has a synergized blend of herbs, vitamins and minerals for depression as well as other important nutrients for mental health and overall well-being.

More information about Neuro-Natural Serenity:

We extensively researched the company that makes this natural formula and have found that they adhere to strict GMP compliance, which are the highest manufacturing standards in the world. This ensures the quality and effectiveness of the ingredients.

Also, they only use standardized herbal extracts, the purest herbal extracts with the highest quality and therapeutic benefits.

All of the ingredients in Neuro-Natural Serenity are supported with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) which guarantees their potency and safety.

Lastly, all of the nutritional products are formulated by a highly-trained, highly-credentialed scientific team that can blend these nutrients perfectly to ensure that they do not interact adversely and offer the maximum benefits to your body.

Learn more about the Neuro-Natural Serenity and see how you can avoid side effects today.

As with all health supplements, results vary from person to person so be sure to consult your physician or qualified medical professional before taking any product to avoid possible Effexor XR side effects.

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