Effexor XR has been found to be effective in treating GAD
boosts blood flow to the skeletal muscles
The antidepressants venlafaxine (Effexor XR) and mirtazapine (Remeron) also can help prevent tension-type headaches
The aim of EMG biofeedback is to help the patient to recognize and control muscle tension by providing continuous feedback about muscle activity
Fibromyalgia Low back pain Pelvic pain Pain due to multiple sclerosis The painkilling mechanism of these drugs still isn't fully understood
Rare (less than 0
5 Serotonin syndrome (symptoms may include shivering, diarrhea, confusion, severe muscle tightness, fever, seizures, and death)
muscle tension yawning Incidence not known
With any SSRI and with venlafaxine (SNRI), within 30-60 minutes my head (occipital muslces), neck, and shoulder muscles go tight
Lexapro is meant just purely for anxiety/depression, ocd, etc
12 hours later and I feel jittery as though I'm shivering from time to time but I'm not actually physically doing that
I am currently on Effexor XR 150mg and I love it
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Venlafaxine belongs to a group of medicines known as serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI)
After about 6-8 weeks, depressed mood and lack of interest in activities will start to subside, and general symptoms of depression should be under control
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur
It is also used to treat general anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder
The reported anxiety was accompanied by feelings of fatigue, irritability, muscle tension, and difficulty with sleep