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Posted by AKC on July 23, 2001, at 18:24:52
Positive feedback wanted.
I am somewhat nervous. Because I want to continue increasing my topamax to 200 mg, my pdoc wants to decrease my effexor from 75 mg to 37.5. I have been on effexor for 2 years. At this level for at least a year that I can remember (at 150 I think before that). My mood has been so messed up until now, I don't recollect any problems with the earlier decrease. But I have read all the problems many of you have had decreasing or quitting effexor.
So I need a positive story or two. Anyone out there made a slight decrease without trouble? Just an encouraging word or two would help alleviate some of the fear. I would appreciate it.
Thanks,
AKC
Posted by Willow on July 23, 2001, at 20:46:37
In reply to Decrease in effexor xr - positive feedback, posted by AKC on July 23, 2001, at 18:24:52
AK
I haven't been on as long as you. The temp and humidity has been high here, add sweating from the effexor, and as a result I've lowered my dosage by 75mg. Felt great to have an orgasm!
Swinging Willow
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Posted by AKC on July 23, 2001, at 21:06:00
In reply to Re: Decrease in effexor xr - positive feedback, posted by Willow on July 23, 2001, at 20:46:37
LOVE IT! LOL!! You have totally made my evening!
Posted by Willow on July 23, 2001, at 21:48:47
In reply to Re: Decrease in effexor xr - positive feedback » Willow, posted by AKC on July 23, 2001, at 21:06:00
didn't even have to tell you who my partner was! (The shock may have been too much.)
I do have a suggestion: Go on the 37.5 and if you get any withdrawal add another dose whenever you notice the symptoms. You may need to take a dose every 18 hours instead of 24 for a couple of weeks. Make any sense?
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Willow
Posted by AKC on July 23, 2001, at 21:52:53
In reply to Glad to be of service ... » AKC, posted by Willow on July 23, 2001, at 21:48:47
> didn't even have to tell you who my partner was! (The shock may have been too much.)
Curiousity may kill the cat!
> I do have a suggestion: Go on the 37.5 and if you get any withdrawal add another dose whenever you notice the symptoms. You may need to take a dose every 18 hours instead of 24 for a couple of weeks. Make any sense?
>Those are two good ideas -- I'll try them both.
Thanks a lot.
AKC
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