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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Jul 6 1:34pm | Replies (6321)
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@dewisoraya

Hi there!

Right now I'm alternating between two different doses, suggested by my doctor. I'm alternating 225 mg and 187,5 mg for two weeks, because from 225 mg to 187,5 mg in one go was to fast for me (see post below).

I'm still unsure if this is not too fast, because I'm still experiencing quite some withdrawal symptoms, though they're less severe then before alternating.

Either way I'd suggest to taper off in the smallest steps possible to minimize withdrawal symptoms. I have 37,5 mg capsules (slow release), but maybe they're even lower dosages in capsules. I still have to look into that as well as the tapering strips.

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looplu79 | @looplu79 | Jul 3 10:06am

Thanks
37.5 is the lowest slow release
However it is possible to get the drug in liquid form with a special prescription
Another member of the group suggested a book by The Maudsley Hospital and I will attach the regime recommended by them
Best wishes

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njoys | @njoys | Jul 3 11:27am

The YouTube video available through this link is informative and explains why alternating doses is not ideal: https://iipdw.org
It is entitled, "Antidepressant Withdrawal Syndrome & its Management," presented by Stevie Lewis & Dr Mark Horowitz, on behalf of the International Institute for Psychiatric Drug Withdrawal (IIPDW).

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