Question:
I take effexor time released for prevention of migranes

I have read that many people take effexor for depression. I take them for excruciating migranes.I know I will not be able to take time realesed version, but will I be able to take reg type.    — Cindee A. (posted on March 14, 2001)

March 14, 2001
I take Effexor for the same reason and it is also a big concern of mine as to what will happen post-op, my surgery is the 30th of this month, and I posed this question to my surgeon. Basically he told me that they would work with the pharmacy to come up with a medication that will work in the same way, which of course really did not answer the question very well. My suggestion would be to talk with your pharmicist directly.
   — Kathryn C.

March 15, 2001
I have continued using Effexor XR after a distal RNY. I considered changing to the tablet form, but both my doctor and a representative of the manufacturer felt that even with a short gut XR would have superior absorption and steady-state dosing. I did increase the dose from 150 mg to 225 post-op. The lower dose still worked, but wasn't quite as effective. Good luck.
   — Linda B.