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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

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@catamite

I was on 225mg of effexor for 20 years. Started trying to get off in May of 2018. Went like this: 225>150mg>75mg>37.5mh>12mg>0. This over 5 months. I took my time. What is the hurry.

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grandmaR | @grandmar | Sep 26, 2018

@catamite
Thank you for sharing the schedule you used to wean off the Effexor.
By doing it so slowly, how were the aide effects each time you went lower?

I think I am getting closer to coming off the Effexor, too.
I am going to do is VEREY SLOWLY!!
I see it like many others, there is NOT rush.
Ronnie

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renwald | @renwald | Sep 26, 2018

Based on symptoms and reactivity among those you live and work with, a gradual protracted approach might be needed to save relationships. I’ve been withdrawing for a year. Any less would be unthinkable because of the unpredictability of long lasting reactions

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