Posted by Shell on January 13, 2001, at 20:20:21
In reply to Re: 24 days to taper off effexor/FREE MED.PROGRAMS, posted by dorano on January 13, 2001, at 16:20:13
tme and shell, You both speak of the fears I have of going off the effexor. Being on it as long as I have, evne if I miss a dose I feel the effects of not having it in my system. Could one or both of you tellme why you did go off of effexor. I am very interested in the reasons. doranoI went off Effexor because my doctor told me I didn't really need it, not because of side effects. I really didn't notice any effects while I was taking it - neither side effects nor any benefits. I was taking 300 mg a day and it could have been sugar pills. My doctor added 300 mg Wellbutrin, which did seem to help. We decided to try just the Wellbutrin with the Concerta that I am taking for ADD, and it seems to be working as well as when I took all three.
I can't speak for everyone, but the withdrawal symptoms are not such a big deal. I really just feel a little dizzy and nauseous off and on throughout the day. If you are concerned that you might have more severe withdrawal effects, I would discuss this concern with your doctor. There are ways to decrease the severity, such as short-term Prozac use.
Hope this helps,
Shell
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