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We'll see what happens. Although I did learn one benefit of Effexor -- apparently it tamps...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/123254/

Although I did learn one benefit of Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Sep 8, 2018

Hi, @hayleesmommy, and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. So sorry the venlafaxine (Effexor) seems to have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121268/

So sorry the venlafaxine (Effexor) seems

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Oct 4, 2017

Most all withdrawal side effects are gone now. The last to go was the nausea. But...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/123654/

I slept a good 12 hours a night on effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Oct 24, 2018

@contentandwell Good morning, The BIGGEST reason I want to significantly want to reduce my Effexor is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/123837/

to significantly want to reduce my Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Dec 9, 2018

@doorman: Mirtazapine is very effective in calming anxiety. But Effexor (Venlafaxine) does not suit everyone, so...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/274279/

But Effexor (Venlafaxine) does not suit

Discussion: Effexor and Mirtazapine: Any experience with this combo?

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 31, 2019

Wish me luck .. been on ssri and snri for 20+ years currently down to 37.5...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/126109/

for 20+ years currently down to 37.5 Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Dec 1, 2019

Hi, @lalyfa. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. Sounds like quite a journey with this withdrawal. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121620/

experiences with coming off venlafaxine (Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Feb 22, 2018

I have been reading with some encouragement of great success achieved by implementing a Effexor/Prozak tapering...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121374/

success achieved by implementing a Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Nov 22, 2017

@catamite If your taking pills could you cut it in half or remove half the beads...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/122986/

relate to the libido problem not from Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Aug 19, 2018

I have been on effexor since 2015 . I was put on it without being informed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/122390/

I have been on effexor since 2015 .

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jun 25, 2018

Hi @farmboy - I'd just encourage you to keep in touch with your doctor, daily if...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/124638/

recommend any changes to your venlafaxine (Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Mar 19, 2019

@brightwings I started 150mgs of effexor probably about 2 months ago and Seroquel 50 mgs a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/124874/

@brightwings I started 150mgs of effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 15, 2019

Hi all, during last 5 months I reduced effexor from 150mg to 18.75mg. I was on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/124348/

all, during last 5 months I reduced effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Feb 22, 2019

@bd1323 I believe your withdrawal symptoms are only going to get worse if you continue to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/125598/

Is getting off Effexor fast really worth

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: May 30, 2019

@Sabrina Sounds like cause = effect to me. I'm not sure why the pharmacy is driving...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/123791/

to lead to successful cessation of Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Nov 22, 2018

Hi @amberpep well I've researched to no end on Effexor! It's been 15 years I've been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/123591/

well I've researched to no end on Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Oct 15, 2018

I’m taking zoladex now, since November. My ankles feel restless at night and the hot flashes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/910137/

I’m on 75mg of effexor for the hot flashes

Discussion: Anyone else not in menopause after stopping Zoladex?

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Posted: Aug 9, 2023

@secretwhitepop I have been off of Effexor for 10 and still smell cigarette smoke at times...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257855/

secretwhitepop I have been off of Effexor

Discussion: Phantom Smells after going off SSRI or SNRI

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 7, 2019

Thanks for posting this! My mental health care provided (not my regular doctor) weaned me off...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121988/

not my regular doctor) weaned me off Effexor ... feeling are still the residuals of the Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: May 29, 2018

I wrote in March how I had begun to wean off of Effexor after 20+ years...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/121742/

March how I had begun to wean off of Effexor ... diagnosed with stage 3 kidney failure and Effexor

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

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Apr 3, 2018