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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

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@marleneace

Hi. I went from 300mg effexor to 60mg of cymbalta with very, very minimal side effects in 2 weeks. I am through with effexor, and solely on cymbalta, 120mg a day. No noticeable side effects. I was very lucky. Took effexor about 6 yrs.

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Jan 4, 2019

Hello @marleneace! How long did it take you to wean off of Effexor to cymbalta?

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Lisa Lucier | @lisalucier | Jan 8, 2019

Hi, @marleneace - I imagine you were very relieved to make that transition from venlafaxine (Effexor) to duloxetine (Cymbalta) with very minimal side effects.

Just wanted to suggest you may want to check out, and if you'd like, participate in this Mayo Clinic Connect discussion on duloxetine (Cymbalta) https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/cymbalta/ to read about the experiences of others on this medication and ask any questions you may have.

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