Posted by Readersleaders on March 9, 2005, at 10:19:07
In reply to One more withdrawal journal, Effexor and Lamictal, posted by Broken on March 9, 2005, at 8:05:11
Stopping any antidepressant cold turkey may result in no withdrawals now, but there is a *high* possibility that in 6-8 months you will have withdrawal and far worse than if you tapered your doses. Get back on your meds. (maybe at a lower dose) and taper.
RL
> First of all, I am very aware of the risks involved with these drugs, and I don't suggest anyone else give this a try.
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> However, here's the deal. At 7pm Monday evening, 3/7/05 I stopped taking Lamictal, 200mg a day, cold turkey. Basically looking at 36 hours off the drug right now. So far, perfect. No withdrawal effects whatsoever. I have been at this dosage about 3 months.
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> Yesterday, Tuesday, March 8th, I stopped Effexor XR at 7am. 300mg per day, in 2 doses of 150mg, once in the morning, once in the evening. So 24 hours so far. Right now, no withdrawals at all. I've been taking it for approximately 6 months.
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> I'll keep anyone interested informed daily.
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> Withdrawal effects of Lamictal sudden cessation can include seizures. So again, my suggestion is don't try it at home kids.
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> Chris
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