I know every doc is different, but my doc said my pills were okay.
capsules are fine.
stopping effexor is bad news, I've been through it.
I'm on 2 different meds now. I never stopped taking them even when I just got banded.
I don't think there should be a problem taking your meds.
check again with your doc.

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banded 4/2/08 dr. murr Tampa, Florida. 1 fill, 1cc
started weight 273 current 235 (as of 6/28)
goal 160