Are there side effects taking Effexor and Strattera together, that would not be a problem if taken singularly?
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No, there are no known interactions between Effexor and Strattera.  If you take the 2 drugs together, you'll get the side effects of each drug, but there won't be any new side effects due to combining the two.  You can check for yourself at this website (it's powered by WebMD, and trusted by medical professionals): \n\nhttp://www.medscape.com/druginfo/druginterchecker\n\nOn another note, I hope you're not a patient who's self-medicating.  It can be very dangerous, so please talk to your doctor if this is the case!!  If you're a researcher or someone in the medical profession, I hope these websites help.
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Multiple meds are often prescribed for for ADHD and ODD.  If your son has ADHD you can drop the ADD, that's redundant.  ADHD is attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder and ADD is attention deficit without the hyperactivity element so he can't have both.\n\nThere are no interactions.  Did you think his prescriber would write for both without checking first?\n\nRitalin (methlyphenidate):\nCommon adverse reactions - nervousness, insomnia, headache, palpitations, tachycardia, exfoliative dermatitis.\nLess common adverse effects - tics, dizziness, pharyngitis, weight loss, cough, rash\nLife-threatening adverse effects - seizure, arrhythmias, thrombocytopenia & pupura, leukopenia, erythema multiforme\n\nDepakote (valproex sodium):\nCommon adverse effects - insomnia, nervousness, somnolence, tremor, headache, dizziness, diplopia, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, anorexia, alopecia, flu symptoms.\nLess common adverse effects - emotional upset, depression, pharyngitis, constipation, increased appetite, bruising, weight gain or loss, bronchitis, pruritis.\nLife-threatening adverse effects - pancreatitis, hemorrhage, bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hypersensitivity reactions, erythema multiforme.\n\nDon't let the less common and life-threatening reactions frighten you.  These are, well, less common and rare, respectively speaking.\n\nIf ever you have concerns about the medications that you or a family member have been prescribed, take it up with the prescribing physician.
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D- Are you trying to get loaded?  I wouldn't suggest it. If these meds are prescribed to you, then you need to let the doctor know which meds you have.  If you received both prescriptions from the same doctor, then someone already told you about the side effects.  But...if you got these meds from an unsavory source, then I would say not to take too many of each one if you are taking both.  You don't want to go to sleep and never wake up.  Be careful.  As long as you're not taking five or six of each, you'll be fine.  Just test the strength of each first, then check out the synergistic effects of the combination.  Once you have determined that, you'll know how much of each to be taking.  Be careful.  I do not advocate taking other people's meds, but I'm not here to judge.  I'm don't play snitch and I am not a judge, but I am a drug counselor.  Be careful.
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No problems, I think that they would be fine together.\n\nIn the rare instance that Adderall makes you sleepy, the hydrocodone can increase that effect.\n\nIf the hydrocodone is in combination with APAP or acetaminophen (as in vicodin or lortab,...) don't take tylenol, which is the same thing, with it though unless you ask the dentist who prescribed it.
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Strattera (also known as atomoxetine) is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.  It works by inhibiting the pre-synaptic norepinephrine transporter.  In normal English, Strattera stops your neuron from taking back the norepinephrine it had just released, so the patient ends up having more norepinephrine hanging around outside to act on the next neuron for a longer period of time.  This is thought to  help Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).\n\nEffexor (also known as venlafaxine) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.  It works by inhibiting the reuptake transporters of serotonin and norepinephrine.  This drug not only stops your neurons from taking back norepinephrine, but it also stops your neurons from taking back serotonin.  So the patient ends up with more serotonin and norepinephrine hanging around outside to stimulate the next neuron for a longer time.  Increased serotonin helps Depression and Anxiety Disorders.\n\nIf you take both drugs at the same time, the question is whether they would fight for the same REUPTAKE TRANSPORTERS, not norepinephrine.  \n\nI think if you take both drugs, their effect on norepinephrine would INCREASE, not decrease.  You have the Strattera binding to the reuptake transporters, specifically preventing norepinephrine from re-entering the neuron.  And you also have the Effexor binding to more reuptake transporters, preventing both serotonin and norepinephrine from re-entering the neuron.  So there's less chance for norepinephrine to come back in to the pre-synaptic neuron, and the effect on norepinephrine is actually  strengthened.  \n\nI have to say the interaction between Effexor and Strattera is only my theory, and you need someone who knows exactly how these 2 drugs bind on the reuptake transporter to know if they would inhibit each other, as well as the given dosage of each drug, but the reuptake transporter part of my answer is textbook information.
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It is the only medication of its kind that quickly brought depression/anxiety under control (for me and other members of my large extended family), perhaps because it impacts both Serotonin and Norepinephrine levels.  Slight dryness of mouth and some fatigue were the main side-effects ... minor compared to the alternatives ... this medication has probably saved lives in our family.
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http://health.yahoo.com/drug/d00259a1\n\nWhat are the possible side effects of imipramine? \n\n If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking imipramine and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment: \n\nan allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives); \nseizures; \na fast or irregular heartbeat; \na heart attack; \nhigh blood pressure (blurred vision, severe headache); \ndifficulty urinating; or \nfever with increased sweating, muscle stiffness, or severe muscle weakness. \nOther, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take imipramine and talk to your doctor if you experience\n\ndrowsiness or dizziness; \ndry mouth and eyes; \nconstipation; \nmild tremor; \nsweating; \nmild agitation, weakness, or headache; \nringing in the ears; \nnausea; or \nloss of weight or appetite. \nSide effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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Mixing anti depression meds is never a good idea.  Make sure it's okay with your doctor before you take Welbutrin and Lexapro.  Lexapro is a good drug though, just don't mix it with other good drugs ;)
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These medications should not be taken together has they have potential reactions with each other. You can see the 5 interactions here\nhttp://www.drugdigest.org/DD/Interaction/InteractionResults?drug=&drugList=7907&cD=7907&cD=760&dN=%22Calcium+Citrate%22+%22Hyzaar%22+&CheckFDA=1
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Going cold turkey in NOT a good idea. You could begin to experience a lot of bad side effects like dizzyness, nausea, headaches- to the point of being incapacitated. I would have to know what type of Effexor you are taking to know how long the withdrawl will continue- extended release, or regular?\n\nPlease talk to your doctor and tell him/her that you want to stop taking the Effexor- and find a way to gradually wean your body off the medicine.\n\nThere are tons of forums and Q&A sites on the web you might want to check out. Here are 2 to start with. Hope this helps!\n\nhttp://www.thedoctorslounge.net/psychiatry/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1013\n\nhttp://www.medhelp.org/HealthTopics/Effexor.html
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Effexor is an anti-depressant , part of the Venlafaxines. It stimulates the central nervous system and precribed for depressive illness. \n\nI would urge you to be cautious with alcohol as anti-depressants do not mix well with drinks. My recommendation would be to avoid alcohol during the course of the treatment and maybe join in the celebrations with a non alcoholic wine or beer? If you feel unable to do that then limit your drinking to a glass of wine with your meal but stay clear or spirits.\n\nAnd always remember, different drugs, do different things, to different people!!!
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there are a lot of software that would flag drug-drug or drug-disease state interaction. however even when there are drug interactions, drugs can be taken together safely.  it is not easy to interpret the overwhelming information that it will give you. \n\ncall you local pharmacy, and ask for the pharmacist. tell him/ her that you are taking XXX medication, and ask if it is ok to take this YYY vitamin or supplement.
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hello i am on efexor(venlaxafine)150mg at night and 75mg in the morning i am on lithium too which i take at night.i was on the higher dose in the morning until i went to the psychiatrist and told them about the tiredness and they chenged the tablets for the capsules and to take the higher dose at night and i have to say that i am not so tired.you would be better off asking for the capsules instead of the tablets as the tablets really tire you out.also i now take the night time dose just before i go to bed because if i take them early i cant sleep .good luck
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That is a side effect of Cialis in some patients. You may try Levetra or Viagra.  You should not mix these with antidepressant for that effect.  They are possible danger of a stroke or blood clot to do so.
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Side Effects of This MedicineReturn to top\nSide Effects of This Medicine\n\nAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.\n\nCheck with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:\n\n    * More common\n          o confusion—more common in older adults;  clumsiness or unsteadiness—more common in older adults;  daytime anxiety and/or restlessness;  difficulty with coordination—more common in older adults;  mood or mental changes \n\n    * Less common\n          o Drowsiness (severe);  shortness of breath ;  difficult or labored breathing;  tightness in chest;  wheezing;  skin rash;  aggressiveness;  behavior changes \n\n    * Rare\n          o Memory problems—more common in older patients;  behavior or mental changes \n\n    * Symptoms of overdose\n\n      Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur\n          o Clumsiness;  unsteadiness;  mental or mood changes;  drowsiness (severe) ;  unusual tiredness or weakness;  sluggishness;  reduced physical activity;  unusual sleepiness;  loss of consciousness  \n\nOther side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.  The only thing I can think of is anything with caffeine
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I was on lexapro and the pill at the same time w/ no problems. But definatly check with your doctor, interations may be different for different birth control pills. Best to double check with your doctor and be completely sure.
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I find that they're similar to the side effects when you first start taking it. The biggest one for me is that "electric jolt" or "brain shock," that hard-to-describe sensation that comes on suddenly, originating in the brain and going throughout your body. It isn't serious, but it is annoying. I have these "shocks" even if I forget to take my meds one day.\n\nIf you're going off, definitely TAPER your dosage rather than go cold-turkey. If you gradually decrease your dosage over a couple weeks, you probably won't notice any withdrawl symptoms. \n\nOf course, I've never successfully quit effexor--I tried switching meds, but my anxiety came back with a vengeance, so I went back on. I felt great while tapering, and even a few days afterward, but then the anxiety came back. I'll try again when my life settles into a more sane routine. I hear that helps when going off meds (which my friend HAS done successfully).\n\nGood luck!