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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)
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Thanks so much. I do see a psychiatrist who prescribes for me but this was a mess up and we both came to the conclusion that the worst part may be over. To her credit she did tell me I can go up in dosing at anytime if I felt discomfort. This should t have been a decision but rather her new script as I don’t know that I knew enough to make an informed decision. I’ve been on all kinds of meds since I was 23. This is the worst and I’ve been on some bad stuff. My therapist suggested acupuncture for the physical toll it is taking . Anyone have an opinion?
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@dmp532
If you’re referring to the physical problems related to your Effexor taper just decrease your taper amount. Simple and effective. I don’t understand for the life of me why you say it's so hard, what is hard about just taking a little bit less instead of a lot less and suffering withdrawal. If you insist you’re unable to do it yourself you need to enlist the help of a doctor and a compounding pharmacist. I have to use a sterile compounding pharmacy for one of my meds and yes they are more expensive however insurance may pay especially if your doctor intervenes on your behalf. However, you may have to pay him for doing so. Another reason for going very slowly, who’s to say your depression or whatever problem you’re taking it for will completely go away. By going slowly you can check the progress of your condition. You may need to continue on some type of medication. Don't be afraid to confront your doctor and insist on the treatment you need. Remember who works for who and a medical degree isn't a guarantee they always know best. If you read this thread you’ll see how wrong they have been and how much pain and agony they have caused unnecessarily.
I wish you the very best of luck,
Jake
Not sure if you’re still here or not, but I highly highly recommend acupuncture. And meditation. Nothing fancy or woo woo. If you see an acupuncturist that has a ton of bells and whistles don’t be impressed. If you find an old guy or gal that does it (safely) out of a cheap office, that’s been doing it for years, that’s who you want. Seek out folks who see acupuncturists for recommendations. It’s real. It kept me from needing back surgery and helped me through tapering off meds.
Also, insurance should pay for a big chunk of it.
Don’t give up.
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...sorry I wish I could give an opinion that would help you. Thing is, we all have our lives to live outside the doctor's office... and a Plan to taper or whatever sounds possible while discussing it with a doctor but then get home to our various lives and problems and coping and issues to deal with , and possibly many other illnesses, or caring for someone else; money issues; fatigue and trying to keep a household together and stresses : it's not as if we can leave dr office and go back to some peace and tranquility and have someone at our beck and call when we are having a difficult time...life is hard and it is a lot more hard for some than others and doctors see us for a few minutes in their office and come up with a Plan. Try putting that Plan in place when "life" has other plans for us.... we arent like some movie stars who go into rehab an get the best of help 24/7... we are dealing with withdrawal, other illnesses, (and like the lady who has to climb stairs to get to her apt. while ill), etc. etc. coping best we can. and I am not blaming doctors they cant follow us home and hold our hands, but it is HARD, and harder for some people than others I am tired of hearing: Oh, Mr..... did it; oh Mrs so and so found it easy...we are not all the same . Happy for those who achieves results more easily but some of us need more help and it's not there!!!