Yes, I explained to my doctor that I cannot pay for the meds and I even asked for samples, just to get me through. They told me that they don't give out samples of effexor xr anymore and that they couldn't do anything for me until I can see the doctor and my appointment isn't until September. I don't think that I will qualify for getting the meds free or for a discount because, I use my husband's insurance through his employeer and that usually disqualifies you. I know that stopping cold turkey isn't good, I've done it before. What scares me the most is how violent I become. The last time I ran out of my effexor, I broke our 42in T.V. by smashing it with my hands. I told my husband that if I can't get my effexor, I would sign myself into a psych ward or hospital just to keep myself and everyone else safe. I will read your article and the comments. Thank you for your help.