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Xanax, a dangerous tranquilizer is another Benzodiazepine like Effexor and many are difficult to get off...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/122505/

tranquilizer is another Benzodiazepine like Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jul 10, 2018

@Jacqueline CONGRATULATIONS Tapering off Effexor slowly may be time consuming but well worth it to avoid...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/709445/

Jacqueline CONGRATULATIONS Tapering off Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: May 18, 2022

The homesick in the tummy feeling started for me as a young child and continues to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/125704/

Effexor never took that feeling away

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jun 21, 2019

I agree. My dads death was what got me on effexor! You are doing well and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/124919/

My dads death was what got me on effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 17, 2019

I, too, have been on Effexor for over twelve years. My question to you, did you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/122679/

I, too, have been on Effexor for over ... I’m taking Effexor, Buspar and Wellbutrin

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jul 26, 2018

@texasduchess & Thank you for the info dutches. @mdw123 I suppose patients aren’t told about the...

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many have no problems discontinuing Effexor ... have problems if doctors did tell all Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Oct 28, 2018

I’m just now weaning off of Effexor. I was 75 and 37,5 daily. My doctor had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/962920/

I’m just now weaning off of Effexor. ... normal to feel this way getting off the Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Nov 11, 2023

That's why physical activity and exercise should help--it's a diversion for the mind, relieves tension, tires...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1126039/

I was given Effexor for menopause-related ... figuratively) that have resulted from Effexor

Discussion: Thinking of taking an antidepressant

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 18 11:19am

@llndeyt01: Depression and anxiety are two sides of the same coin. I am saying this from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/236379/

Effexor, on the other hand, is known ... really want to shift completely from Effexor ... Effexor is a drug which has to be handled

Discussion: Weaning off Effexor with CBD Oil

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Feb 2, 2021

I am starting an Effexor (with Prozac bridge) right now My RN practioner states she has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/809026/

I am starting an Effexor (with Prozac

Discussion: Long term effects AFTER withdrawing from Effexor

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Feb 9, 2023

Thank you! No, I am not interested in seeing a doctor. I don't trust them and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/779433/

This all started when I stopped effexor

Discussion: Long term effects AFTER withdrawing from Effexor

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Nov 30, 2022

Jake @jakedduck1 - I think your phone might be doing autocorrect on what you type. Just...

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Posted: Apr 3, 2021

Hi, @footballref2. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. Did you taper down your dose of Effexor/venlafaxine, or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121414/

Did you taper down your dose of Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Nov 28, 2017

Thankyou I have been off Effexor for 7 months I weaned off but my anxiety is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/124130/

Thankyou I have been off Effexor for

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jan 8, 2019

@vdandy I do wish you good luck with the Effexor. It's nice to hear a positive...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121660/

I do wish you good luck with the Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Mar 9, 2018

HI, @clearview3. Glad you are posting and sharing about your situation as you hope to taper...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121592/

as you hope to taper down off the Effexor ... considering for this taper off the Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Feb 1, 2018

I cut the Viibryd in half today and it's only a 20 milligram pill but I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/126528/

Prozac bridge so I can get off the Effexor ... headaches anyway and coming off the Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Mar 17, 2020

I’m going to start Effexor xr…not doing well 8 months after a too rapid taper of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/694507/

I’m going to start Effexor xr…not doing

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Mar 30, 2022

Hi! I have had two psychiatrists prescribe generics Prozac and Wellbutrin.Plus i take Lithium! In the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/117833/

In the past, I took Wellbutrin and Effexor

Discussion: Return to Anti-depressants that Stopped Working

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Oct 17, 2016

Best of luck discontinuing the Effexor. I was weaned off very slowing a decade ago. It...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1055260/

Best of luck discontinuing the Effexor

Discussion: What is Your Experience with Anxiety?

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 22 10:51am