Hi Hec, I too take Effexor.I've been on it since last year sept.2002 The Doc first had me on 75 mg once a day then after some visits he upped them to twice a day . now since the first of June I'm on 300 mg a day. I had problems sleeping for a while but the caffene intake is important, try to cut back as much as possible. I never hallucinated from them though,so be sure to talk to your doc about that. I know how you feel on some levels, I'm feeling hopeless and blue and wish I could control those feelings but haven't yet.My family has no idea what is going on with me,they couldn't handle it,only my kids and boyfriend knows that I suffer major depression my kids are 12,13 and 14 year olds so they really don't get it they just know I have it and I'm sad alot.My boyfriend is the same about understanding he doesn't quite get why I can't get over my feelings. hang in there your not alone in how you feel.the doc may need to up your dossage ,after visiting with you a few times he or she will know if you need something stronger. bye,willow
