Effexor Withdrawal Lawsuit

This entry was posted in Antidepressant on September 19, 2018 by Diane Ridaeus.

Last Updated on March 2, 2021 by Carol Gillette

Effexor withdrawal lawsuit actions for damages are likely one reason the drug fell in 2007 from the sixth most prescribed antidepressant to the 12th spot in 2009.

SNRI’s are designed to prevent serotonin (excitatory neurotransmitter) and norepinephrine (another type of neurotransmitter) from being absorbed into the nerve pathways. The idea is that the buildup of these naturally occurring hormones can stimulate a lift in mood for those suffering from depression. Effexor was the first SNRI drug to reach the market back in 1993, and many similar drugs have followed under different names, not only prescribed for depression but GAD (generalized anxiety disorder), insomnia, and other reasons.

One wishes the advertised claims were valid, concerning how effective SNRI drug therapies could be. But according to many studies, it has been found that, in the main, antidepressants are no more effective than a placebo, except in extraordinarily severe cases of depression, researchers have reported.

However, these drugs do have adverse effects (in contrast to inert placebos) that are debilitating, regardless of any initial efficacy, and the withdrawals for which people have sued Pfizer for damages can also be severe. In fact, Effexor withdrawals are considered to be the most severe of any other drug in its drug class.

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Coming off Effexor should never be done abruptly, as to do so may invite symptoms that could require emergency treatment or hospitalization.

These adverse effects should be widely known, for they commonly include:

Deepened depression/apathy
Suicidality (black box warning for under age 25)
Heightened anxiety
Headaches especially involving sinus areas
Insomnia, vivid nightmares
Mood shifts, i.e., irritability, crying spells
Tremors, shaking
Muscle twitching, shakiness
Twitches
Profuse sweat, hot and cold flashes
Disoriented or confused
Loss of libido
Rashes, hives
Nausea, digestion problems, diarrhea, stomach problems
Dizzy feeling
Body aches
Mental fogginess

More severe Effexor withdrawals lawsuit action has reported on:

Drunken feeling, vertigo, loss of balance
Frequent or continuous brain zaps, brain shakes, electric jolts
Severe mood swings including recurrent suicidal ideation
Serotonin Syndrome (a life-threatening condition)
Severe vomiting
High blood pressure
Cognitive impairment

How We Can Help

We cannot help you with your lawsuit, but we can provide holistic tapering protocols and support you in your journey back to wellness. There are proven methods you can learn about antidepressant withdrawal that are much safer than trying it on your own. Please, call the number on this page to find out all the information you need about our medication and drug Effexor withdrawal recovery programs. And may we wish you success with your Effexor withdrawal lawsuit.

Diane Ridaeus

Diane is an avid supporter and researcher of natural mental health strategies. Diane received her medical writing and science communication certification through Stanford University and has published over 3 million words on the topics of holistic health, addiction, recovery, and alternative medicine. She has proudly worked with the Alternative to Meds Center since its inception and is grateful for the opportunity to help the founding members develop this world-class center that has helped so many thousands regain natural mental health.

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