Hang in! More time needs to pass before you pass judgment, but your doc should be willing to switch you to another med if you are experiencing too many side effects. I've benefited from the "try 'em all" approach, because, as people have pointed out - it is highly individual. (I'm in the Effexor club myself, fyi).

And bravo you for giving this a chance, and for reaching out for feedback here. I'm sure you know there are lots of people here for you and we know how scary/weird it can be!

Writing will always be there for you - that sort of thing doesn't go away. Get yourself sorted and there will be plenty of time to write with lots of positive motivating factors to influence you in the future. That's my experience; hope it helps a little.