This study is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 568 people who take Modafinil and Effexor from Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and is updated regularly. I thought, "She's 70 years old and going strong. Yes you can but if you should that is another matter. Do not use more than the recommended dose of venlafaxine, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. The dose should be reduced or discontinued if necessary.Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.The easiest way to lookup drug information, identify pills, check interactions and set up your own personal medication records.

Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. All rights reserved. Anyway in this country it is only allowed for treating narcolepsy. The U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) warns that drinking alcohol while taking Effexor can make you drowsier than either substance might on its own. I'll try it." My tolerance should be very low. For me, it has been awful I have been taking Effexor for **less than a month** and am going the same withdrawal as most of you! On eHealthMe, you can evaluate side effects and drug interactions from 16 million FDA reports.

I cannot say I have noticed any improvement.

Why my MD put me on Effexor, I don't know.She's on Effexor and Provigil herself, so I guess she wanted me to have the same energizing effects she enjoys. Reduced inhibition. In addition to Provigil I have been on Effexxor XR at 150mg/day for my mild depression. We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information - I still felt super focused because the modafinil was still in my system, but I also did not experience any kind of trouble drinking 4 beers while writing. Available for Android and iOS devices. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with venlafaxine. Side effects of mixing alcohol and Effexor may include: Dizziness. Other side effects of Effexor can also be increased by drinking alcohol. The half-life of modafinil is about 14-15 hours so by the time I was drinking alcohol, half of the modafinil was pretty much out of my system. Why Are Dementia Patients Getting Risky Psychiatric Drugs?

Drug interactions are reported among people who take Provigil and Effexor xr together. * Approximation only. It is recommended that patients use the information presented as a part of a broader decision-making process.If you use this eHealthMe study on publication, please acknowledge it with a citation: study title, URL, accessed date.© 2020 eHealthMe.com. My doctor suggested Provigil for my excessive and uncontrollable sleeping spells during the day, and here is my report of its effects on me the first day: (baseline=10:15am): took one pill of 200mg Provigil with 6 oz of water. Interactions of Alcohol With Effexor Both alcohol and Effexor can have sedative and mind-altering effects. Therapy with SNRI antidepressants should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting hypertension. The study is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 459 people who take Provigil and Effexor xr from the FDA, and is updated regularly. Blood pressure should be assessed prior to initiating treatment and monitored regularly. Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of venlafaxine such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Select one or more newsletters to continue. Nervousness. Since many antidepressants, including Effexor, can be associated with side effects that are similar to those of alcohol, these effects can be magnified while taking both substances together. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Effects of alcohol on ADHD People with ADHD may have a problem in the parts of the brain that link to self-control, attention, critical thinking, and impulsivity. Drug interactions are reported among people who take Modafinil and Effexor together. On eHealthMe, you can check real-world data from 16 million patients, and personalize the results to your gender and age. Some reports may have incomplete information.Patients can bring a copy of the report to their healthcare provider to ensure that all drug risks and benefits are fully discussed and understood. Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of venlafaxine such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. The Final Word on Mixing Modafinil and Alcohol The study is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 568 people who take Modafinil and Effexor from the FDA, and is updated regularly. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with venlafaxine. I have given Modafinil to a few patients. Drug interactions are reported among people who take Modafinil and Effexor together. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of eHealthMe.com's terms of service and privacy policy.