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Hello, @bekinprogress, and welcome to Mayo Connect. I’m glad that you have joined this online support...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121262/

Discussion: Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 4, 2017

I've been taking this demon of a drug for three years and recently had a melt...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/69556/

Discussion: Side effects of Pristiq

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 27, 2015

I'm so sorry for what you are dealing with Karen. It shouldn't be this difficult. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/69441/

Discussion: Side effects of Pristiq

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: May 24, 2013

yea I completely understand about the eyes it kind of feels like they are really dry...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/69325/

Discussion: Side effects of Pristiq

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Sep 5, 2012

Hello, Friend. Please talk this over thoroughly with your Doctor before you stop your medication, even...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/69296/

Discussion: Side effects of Pristiq

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jan 31, 2012

Hi there! I am tapering of Effexor/ Venlafaxine after being on it for 6 years. If...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1083058/

Discussion: Does effexor help?

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jun 8, 2024

I need encouragement and hope from those who have experienced side effects from tapering off effexor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1201879/

Discussion: Effexor withdrawal

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jan 1, 2025

Thank you for sharing. I am so sorry for what you are going through. I hope...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1202967/

Discussion: Effexor withdrawal

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jan 3, 2025

I wanted to give an update and just say to everyone to hang in there!! Get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1288919/

Discussion: Effexor withdrawal

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 24, 2025

I went cold turkey. I'd been tapered down to 37.5, but had been on Effexor for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1046413/

Discussion: Trying to get off venlafaxine.

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 6, 2024

I'm on my fourth week of tapering off 150mg Effexor. I'm getting joint pain. My feet...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1055172/

Discussion: Long term effects AFTER withdrawing from Effexor

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 22, 2024

in reply to @reginald56 Thank you. My doctor suggested Prozac for a replacement while tapering off...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033467/

Discussion: As promised, my successful tapering off Effexor (Venlafaxine)

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Mar 14, 2024

Hello everyone, I am brand new here. I am reaching out for information and advice on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1032580/

Discussion: Long term effects AFTER withdrawing from Effexor

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Mar 12, 2024

I was on 75 mg Effexor for about 15 years. I weaned myself off twice, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/976063/

Discussion: HELP Please! Reinstate Effexor or bridge with Prozac?

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Dec 6, 2023

@simon007 Yes, I understand some people can stop abruptly and do well. Some can titrate slowly...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/938096/

Discussion: Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Sep 28, 2023

I’m new to the Effexor tapering. Has anyone found a kit to divide the capsules or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925113/

Discussion: Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

@dd1, welcome. You will find many tips and success stories in these related discussions: - As...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/923473/

Discussion: Effexor withdrawal: Is it normal to feel shaky and cold?

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Sep 3, 2023

I hope you are getting better. I can empathize with you. It's been almost two years...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920714/

Discussion: As promised, my successful tapering off Effexor (Venlafaxine)

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

Hi 4 Cat, I have had terrible issues both when on , and after stopping Effexor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/913348/

Discussion: Long term effects AFTER withdrawing from Effexor

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 15, 2023

Hi Jo Jo , I am having even worse issues with Effexor (venlafaxine here in UK)....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/913324/

Discussion: Long term effects AFTER withdrawing from Effexor

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 15, 2023

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