Posted by bruin on February 28, 2005, at 1:40:26 [reposted on February 28, 2005, at 20:56:06 | original URL]
In reply to Effexor discontiuation side effects are HELL, posted by jimc on February 28, 2005, at 0:36:44
Your doctor, like many, obviously doesn't know squat about discontinuing these drugs. 5-10% cuts and wait for the body to stabilize. Taking the plunge like you did will only make things worse in the short and long term. I would go back up to 37.5, stabilize, and then start and go much slower. It will help immeasurably. In the meantime, flood the body with proper nutrients to aid in the healing process.
> This is my first time writing in for advice or help from those of you who have been there.I just finished my last 37.5mg pill of effexor 2 days ago.I followed the prescribed discontinuation dosage from my doctor.The dreaded side effects have kicked in.Nausea,electric shock,dizziness,visual problems and emotional highs and lows.Its almost to much to bear.Can anyone tell me how long to expect these withdrawal symptoms to continue.I can't function like this.THANKS
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