My Goodness Friends !!! These threads about withdrawal from EffexorXR appeared in front of me in perfect time. I wish I had researched this drug before ever going on it ! Perhaps it helps others, but personally it should be banned !!!

I’ve been tapering off for well over a year. Today is my 2nd day off this drug ..just started on 5 mg of Lexapro a day. OMG - If I could just remove my head off my body I would feel better. I cannot move my eyes-turn my neck or even walk without feeling unsteady. The sweeping sounds in my head are relentless! Sandpapering-brushing- computer reboots! The intermittent tinnitus is horrible. Tried white noise last night ..helped just a bit. Was trying to drown out the sound of the cicada’s !

I’ve been seeking info for years on how to get off this poison. I began because I noticed if I would of forgot just one dose or was even late taking my pill I could not even walk straight without holding on to a wall- enduring loud, scary head shocks and zap upon zaps.

I am just so angry at this drug. The original Effexor was taking off the market..interesting. I’m starting to understand the revolt against Big Pharma. This is a struggle. I’m so sorry for all of you going through this. It’s just not right.