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Compare Erenumab (Aimovig) and VENLAFAXINE (Venlafaxine) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Aimovig · CGRP Inhibitor (Migraine)
How it works
Human monoclonal antibody that binds to the CGRP receptor, blocking calcitonin gene-related peptide signalling involved in migraine pathophysiology.
Approved for
Venlafaxine, Effexor · SNRI
How it works
Pharmacodynamics The mechanism of the antidepressant action of venlafaxine in humans is believed to be associated with its potentiation of neurotransmitter activity in the CNS. Pre...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 19 Reddit discussions
Erenumab
33%
positive
6 threads
VENLAFAXINE
62%
positive
13 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
6 Reddit threads analysed for Erenumab
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
18 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Hello everyone! It only occurred to me today the there should be a Reddit group for people with migraine. I’m a family doctor from Chile (excuses for my English!), and I’ve suffered migraines for most of my life. I’ve tried pretty much every single preventive medication. Currently I’m with a monthly
Hi guys! I have this list of things to try (some I’ve!) and I thought I’d share. I included some of the usual stuff, because you never know what can help someone else! :) Please feel free to share your experiences with any of these/ to add some more if you want to! Take - Magnesium - Feverfew - But
So I noticed that aimovig is called erenumab-aooe. The last part of that I think is pronounced **owie** (I can't think of how else that mash up of vowels should be pronounced) and because it's for migraines I think...*well played aimovig* I also noticed some time ago that Forfivo (buproprion 450mg)
In the act, they cite material to which they referred to assist their decision making. One study is from the UK, where vaping is appreciated and encouraged because it helps a lot of people stop inhaling carcinogenic tobacco smoke and so far, has not delivered any notable health problems. It's been a
I got given the option to trial erenumab today while going for my 12 weekly Botox appointment. I had to choose between the two and thought it seemed worth a shot. I’d love to hear from anyone who’s tried it yet, especially anyone that’s also tried Botox. How was your experience? Did it help (espec
Hi r/pharmacy, Pharmacy student here in Australia, where erenumab (Aivomig) is supposed to be approved this November. I just wanted to get ahead of the curve and find out how many patients you see prescribed this medication, whether they are concommitantly taking other prophylaxis, and if they take
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13 Reddit threads analysed for VENLAFAXINE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
69 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
I just needed to vent about my depression and my issues with society's stance on it somewhere. I thought these were supposed to be the best years of my life? I'm not ugly, and I like to think I'm funny and friendly, so why don't people like me? I'm always alone. Always, always, always. I've spent my
Chronic fatigue. I feel so so tired and weak all the time. Brain fog so bad it is even hard to read and comprehend stuff. Insomnia. I have to take strong sedatives to sleep. I feel like death after waking up. Developed bruxism in my sleep. Noticed it only after it fvcked up all my teeth and they s
Hi all, I unfortunately, went through a tough antidepressant withdrawal from Venlafaxine, and after finding out how common the issue was I decided to get started on creating an application to help. The app is simple and just allows you to keep track of your symptoms as they come, so you can identify
*This is more of a rant than anything. I'm sorry for the formatting. I am on mobile and not really able to think clearly right now*   One month ago, I was put in a psych ward by my parents (I'm still a minor) during what was one of the worst depressive episodes I have ever had. I was physic
I am at the end of my rope right now, and I have nowhere else to go except jump. I wake up every morning wishing it would all stop, and it's my last thought before falling asleep. I am finishing up my PhD this year, but I don't have nearly the job prospects I was expecting. I am in a field as a m
*This is a super long post*, but before I started my AD I was looking for something detailed like this to see people's progressions on their meds. I had a hard time finding much, and this is why I decided to track my own progress and share after 6 weeks. Backstory: 26yr F, have had anxiety and mild
I take Venlafaxine. Just increased from 75 mg to 150 mg. I used to masturbate a lot. Not everyday...but most days. Now I have absolutely zero urge to. I’m talking to a girl now and she says that she’s a “freak” sexually. But I’m basically asexual now because of my meds. So of course.
Hi, Reddit, Over the past month, I have been weaning off of Venlafaxine, I was only on it for 3 months but it has been a debilitating experience that should be taken seriously! After a lot of research, I have noticed many people have been taking these medications for years and the withdrawal symptom
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Erenumab is a CGRP Inhibitor (Migraine), while VENLAFAXINE belongs to the SNRI class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles. Erenumab is administered via Subcutaneous, whereas VENLAFAXINE uses Oral. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
Erenumab carries 3 FDA warnings. VENLAFAXINE carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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