I'd recommend Effexor for anyone with IBS-D!
#81931 - 06/22/04 10:56 AM
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Nugget
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I've been on Effexor now for a little over two weeks and I haven't had to use Imodium for a week! Have actually been having normal BMs every day....even had one day where I didn't go at all! (sorry for the gross details). One of the side effects of Effexor is C....for someone like me who is IBS-D, it's great! I can actually leave the house and not worry about having a bathroom near by. I am keeping my fingers crossed that this continues.
My moods and anxiety have really improved. Last night my husband said he wasn't sure how to act around me yet because I was so different......not letting things "piss me off" so much. I told him that I don't want anyone to treat me any different ("walk on eggshells") just because I am on medication like this....it's just a chemical imbalance and it's no different that taking insulin if I were diabetic. It seems that once people find out you are on medication for anxiety/depression...they treat you different. I don't want that. I'm the same person...just a happier and healthier one. Ya know!
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that's such great news, Nugget.
what's funny to me is that people would act wierd once you're feeling better on the medication! i would think they'd act different when you were in "flip out mode." (i say that lovingly and teasingly, 'cause i'm familiar with it! i'm much much more level on my meds!  )
anyway, Nugget, i'm so glad it's got this added plus for you. that's GREAT.
how are you sleeping? are the jitters gone?
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Yes, the jitters are gone and I'm sleeping pretty good...I do wake up a lot more and sometimes have a hard time getting back to sleep...but it's all worth it.
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I'm so happy that you're feeling much better.
Yes some people still think by taking anxiety/depression meds. that they have to treat you differently. You're right though, it is caused by a chemical imbalance and is an illness just like any other. People need to realize that more so there isn't so much stigma with going for help. It doesn't mean anyone is weak, they just have an illness that needs to be treated just like we need to treat our IBS.I think someday they will find that alzheimers (like my Mom has) will be linked to a chemical imbalance as other things she has is linked to it already.
Glad you're feeling better and I'm sure as time goes on you'll be feeling even better than you are now.
Wishing you the best,
Pat
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Glad you are feeling better. I will have to look into this drug, thanks for the tip!!
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I'll have to check this stuff out with my doc. While I most definitely don't wanna EVER be C, it sure would be nice to be on the road and never have to worry about the inevitable running attack!
Nugget, this is great news. But what's even greater is your positive attitude. You're doing real well now, arent you? It shows. Was it Michael, do you think? It's more than the meds. It's real nice. I like it.
Congratulations, Pretty Lady!
Bev
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Nugget,
I am so glad that you are feeling better. Don't worry about hubby, he will adjust and get used to the new you. What a wonderful feeling to be able to leave the house and not have to worry. I have very happy for you.
Janey
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Glad to hear things are going better for you Nugget. As for your husband he needs time to adjust to a "new you" - just be patient with him. Oh yeah, you are on drugs - it is easy to be patient!! LOL 
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Yes, it is easier to be patient being on drugs. Ha! The past couple days since hubby said that....I have noticed a nice change in him as well....we both seem to be happier and less tense.
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Thanks Janey....it's nice feeling this good. I've noticed a difference in hubby the past couple days, too....we both seem to be happier and less tense. It's great! I hope it continues. I think it's a combination of the hypno cds and the Effexor. How are you doing? Have you made it to session 4 yet? I like that session.
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Bev.....
#82216 - 06/23/04 07:59 AM
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Thanks Bev.....I think it is a combination of both Michael and the Effexor. I am past session 4 now on the cds and am to the part where it alternates between the first three sessions. Today, my tummy is a little touchy...but I think it is because last night I tried some of that Zatarain's Red Bean and Rice mix....it was sooooo good, but I think I'm paying for it slightly this morning. Still no Imodium though!
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I am by no means "cured"...but it sure has helped.
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Pat....
#82223 - 06/23/04 08:10 AM
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Thank you....I think that is why some people hesitate to go on meds for anxiety/depression because of the stigma society has put on it. That's why I waited to go back on them. But now I don't care what others think....I'm just glad I am feeling better no matter what I have to do.
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Thanks Barbie....Having two loving goldens and a loving hubby helps, too.
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I can tell how much better you're feeling just by your post. You sound so much happier. You're RIGHT!! You just need to worry about taking care of you!
Keep me posted on how you're doing. I care.
Pat
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