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Posted by bluenose on July 4, 2006, at 10:45:50
Hey all, I have just started taking Effexor today for the first time. One of my main concerns is ineractions with Ephedra, Gurana and other stimulants which I take ocassionaly when I'm training really hard, like on leg day or if I'm hitting the trails for a good long run. I don't take them everyday as most people do (as a fat burner) but only occasionally when I'm in for a good hard work out, just for energy. Alternatively, sometimes I'll have a sugar-free energy drink like Sobe or Rockstar. My traiing is vital to getting better, and of course total wellness as I believe in the old adage "healty body, healthy mind" and am aware of the mood boosting effects of a good workout. Has anyone experienced and negative side effects combining herbal stimulants with Effexor or any other anti-depressant, for that matter? Any feedback would be great.
Thx
Posted by Myrk on July 26, 2006, at 12:38:00
In reply to Effexor/Ephedra ineractionas, posted by bluenose on July 4, 2006, at 10:45:50
Took Effexor for two months before I got off of it. As far as I know, one of Effexor's strengths is that it is compatible with most over the counter stuff. I was on several anti-biotics (scrip-strength) and brought them into the doc that prescribed Effexor to me, only to have him say "Shouldn't make a difference" without even looking at the bottles.
As for my two months on it, I frequently downed "energy drinks" that boasted herbal suppliments, and noticed no difference in performance. I'd say it's safe, but it's always a good idea to share your concerns with your doc. Even if it's something small, such as bad dreams while on your medication. They might give you alternatives, but ultimatly the choice is yours, and they will let you make that choice (as long as you're not gonna be like... killing yourself and stuff =P)
-Myrk
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