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As promised, my successful tapering off Effexor (Venlafaxine)
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Sep 8 3:53pm | Replies (239)Comment receiving replies
Hi, I am currently been on Venlafaxine 75mg since 2016 and feel I have done enough work on myself to manage without them. Going to go with your tapering suggestions. A little scared to come off as been told my depression and anxiety could be an imbalance of chemicals in the brain. Recent studies show this to be unlikely. My dad has been on meds since 18 and so have I on and off. Thinking my memory issues could be down to long term use? Anyone else feel memory is an issue? Or it could be down to age/ menopausal symptoms. I am 48.
Will be seeking GP advice but appointment will take a while to get so making a start. Wish me luck.
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I've been on the same drug, but for much longer--for hot flashes (which should never happen)--and yes, memory issues as a result of . . . who knows.
Look for Mark Horowitz's recent videos online about antidepressant withdrawal. They confirm the guidance in his book, but are available to you now. The book was more helpful than my doctor--in fact, I gave her a copy of the book! Go to YouTube and search for Mark Horowitz. Valuable information. I am at 25mg per day, down from 75mg. It will take time, and that's okay.
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Deb 103, Hi, I was on Ven 75mg since 2017, side effects got so bad , so began a 3 yr titration in Oct 2018, amongst side effects were Brian Fog & terrible memory as well as physical symptoms that remain. Now, 2 yrs after finishing titration , still getting legacy side effects. Memory has some improvement, but very slow. Short term memory still very bad. Are you in the UK? If so, get in contact with "NELFT" , an NHS North East London Organisation for Anti-Dep, de-prescribing help. You need a GP referral.