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Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)
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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
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@jakedduck1, it is not our place to judge what should and shouldn't be hard or what someone finds hard or not. Please be careful with words. It is all we have to use for communication on this forum without the benefit of body language and tone of voice.
Mayo Clinic Connect is a place where people can share their experiences honestly and openly. It is during times of vulnerability that we need support the most. I agree with you that tapering very slowly is crucial. It is here, in a safe, anonymous, non-judgemental online environment that people can learn 1) they're not alone, 2) everyone is different 3) what slow tapering means and 4) how to get support from their prescribing doctor or find support if they're not getting it.
@dmp532, I'm glad that you found this group and shared the challenges you are facing. I hope you will reconsider returning to the discussion so we can support you during this fragile period.
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@jakedduck1 Wow... just my lowly opinion and I agree with second part of your post; however , and I realize its your personal opinion, but re your opening comments, aren't they are bit harsh?we are not all the same and do not all respond the same, for a multitude of reasons.... this is similar to what I face with my adult children. However, some things they find hard, I find easy; and some things I find hard, they think "should" be easy.. we are all unique even though share same/similar medical conditions, same medications dont you think? J.