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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)
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I am just starting my day 2 of tapering down from 150 mg to 112.5 Effexor ER. I already have symptoms of sleepiness, problems with focus, and a tiny bit of anxiety. Any suggestions? I have an appointment to see a counselor this Friday and have started mindfulness meditation. Will go for a short walk on my morning break. I've been on this drug for well over 10 years. Was successful about 5 years ago to taper off from 300 mg to 0 then the side effects were so bad started back on 150 mg. Tried tapering off again a little over a year ago with no success. I'm trying a 3rd time and really want to do it! 3rd time's a charm?
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@ercoled57
I forgot you have been taking it so long. Personally for that reason I’d taper more gradually. There is always the chance of delayed withdrawal. 3rd time is a charm if done slowly enough.
Good luck,
Jake
Taper slower. Don’t be a hero 🙂 if you want to stay at 112.5, stay for at least a month. This is some serious stuff and the withdrawal can be horrific.
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@ercoled57
Some people may be able to handle a 25% dosage reduction. I hope your one of them. If your having withdrawal symptoms your reducing to quickly. An uneventful taper is usually possible but needs to be done slowly.
I wish you the greatest success,
Jake