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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Nov 11 7:38am | Replies (6363)
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@rainer

I'd like to let you know about about a website that has been an immeasurable help to me - it is survivingantidepressants.org. There are two books by Robert Whitaker - Anatomy of an Epidemic and Mad in America - that are also helpful. As well as a podcast called Mad in America. https://www.survivingantidepressants.org/ - Best of luck - there is NO quick fix to getting off any of these drugs. The slower and lower the taper - the less withdrawal side effects you will have. The above website gives specific instructions on how to titrate different drugs.

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laujenkins | @laujenkins | Feb 6, 2020

Thank you so much! I will look into these resources!

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laujenkins | @laujenkins | Feb 7, 2020

Hi all,

Second day decreasing my meds in half. Down from 75mg to 37.5 mg. Minor withdrawals. I actually feel more energetic and less tired throughout the day. Had some mood swings yesterday but really kept myself busy and felt good.

My question is, is there a time line where getting off Effexor is too fast? Is it just the withdrawal symptoms people are concerned about? What other concerns are there with coming off Effexor too quickly? Is it just a “everyone is different” kind of process?

Thank you for your tips and feedback!

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