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Side effects of Pristiq

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I don't know if this is current (July 2013) but thought I'd add my experience. Had been on 100 mg for two years and now ready to wean off. I backed off to 50 mg a day for a week. My psychiatrist had me cut 50s in half for another week. That being done, three days after being off completely, I became so dizzy I couldn't see or walk straight plus nausea. So am now on 1/4 dose (50s cut in half) every other day and will do that for 20 days and try again. Since 1/4 dose is the smallest the pill can be made using a pill cutter, I may have to go from every other day to every 3 days and keep stretching it out. I couldn't believe how strong the dizziness is. Have no idea how anyone does it cold turkey. I did need this when I went on but have never gone through withdrawal for any prescription med before. Had wanted to know if anyone experienced a skin rash? Also, while not near the strength, I've had light headedness every day while I'm weaning off. Hope this helps someone. Glad to find this discussion.

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Replies to "I don't know if this is current (July 2013) but thought I'd add my experience. Had..."

Thanks for sharing your post. Most/all of my comments are from 2013 but there are pre2013 contributions here.

Hang in there as the withdrawal eventually gets easier (read my comments below). If you Google 'surviving antidepressants' you will find a good forum that helps with managing AD WDs.

Wishing you the best.