I wholly agree with you. I was put on 300mg Effexor by my psychiatrist some 4 years ago. No consultation, no advice, no warning. It’s been hell getting off it. Have managed to bring it down to 150mg after two months of weaning, and so far so good. But I know this second half will be a lot more challenging. But U’m utterly determined to rid my body of this terrible drug. Patience and faith in the process! Keep you eyes on the end product and keep going!