Posted by CarolW on January 23, 2004, at 11:31:38
In reply to Effexor Withdrawal.....Need Help, posted by leegirl on January 23, 2004, at 9:20:08
The withdrawal from these medications are due to the receptors in the brain needing to be restimulated to work (the meds reduce the receptors). According to my psych doc, there is typically a two-week period where your brain is getting reconditioned. So, it's like having the anxiety, depression, etc... but without a good place for them to go - which makes for the head zaps and other symptoms. Personally, after working through SSRI withdrawals and benzo withdrawals, I have realized that you need to take really good care of yourself while going through any decrease in dosage. I use chiropractic adjustments, hypnotherapy, massage, take amino acid blends (they stabilize moods) and good vitamins, drink tons of water, eat really well (no caffeine...),and just realize that any transition with the brain chemicals takes two to three weeks to get through. By the way, watch the benzos, they can be the most addictive of all. After a month of regular dosages, many people get addicted. And, if you don't like your doctor, find another. Many of us with mood issues need to work on empowering ourselves. Good luck!
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