I have been taking Effexor for 17 years. Presently at 150 mg daily. Attempted to come off once before and got down to 75 mg and then back up to 150 mg after a bad period. Thinking about trying to wean off the drug once again after reading other people's crticism of it and am worried about the possible long term damage it may cause.
I have found the drug did help with the depression and anxiety/panic attacks. But as situations have changed, thinking I may not require it any more. If I am late taking it, I know physically as I start to get the classic symptoms of nausea, diarrhea, headaches, achiness etc. I take it in the evening due to fasting in the morning. And if I forget, dreams can be brutal. Any suggestions? Certainly am not going to go cold turkey. Any one with experience weaning themselves off after so many years of taking the drug?