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How To Switch Form Paxil To Effexor ER?

I am considering switching antidepressant meds. Currently I am on 20mg of Paxil a day and would like to switch to 75mg of Effexor ER a day. What is the best way to make the switch and minimize the side effects from changing meds to the nervous system ?
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Dear Just check it out that the drug your using is sufficient dose for you or not and antidepressants drugs may take 6weeks time to get maximum effect. In case of switch it to other drug you may need to take the drug under Doctor guidence so the he will advice correct combination of drug in equilent potency. please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.

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How To Switch Form Paxil To Effexor ER?

Hello Thank you for trusting HCM Dear Just check it out that the drug your using is sufficient dose for you or not and antidepressants drugs may take 6weeks time to get maximum effect. In case of switch it to other drug you may need to take the drug under Doctor guidence so the he will advice correct combination of drug in equilent potency. please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Take care.