Hi . I have been on venafaxine for years after menopause symptoms. I had cut down dose to 75 mg . I have managed to to stop 3 times and have gone back on . I withdrew very slowly and was off for 8 weeks . I was very pleased with myself. As I had no professional help.But alas I had a set back and completely went downhill. Panics, not sleeping well couldn’t eat .. In a state of high anxiety , I really couldn’t take it it was horrible. I have gone back on a low dose! I have asked for some help to kick this addiction and I have at last a very sympathetic Doctor that is taking advice from specialist . I want to be free from this drug and not just told to go back on as I obviously need it ?? And not recognising it could be withdrawal