Good Thread.
I just began on Effexor 2 1/2 weeks ago. I am only up to 75mg at this time but have been told it will increase most like to 225 but it is a gradual upping of it. Most likely will be at 75 for another week or so then build up.
I have seen my head be able to have less crazy thoughts swirling around and I can focus more.
But, as DJ said...we can have bad days and be on the best meds in the world and it just won't matter.