Posted by apenname on October 16, 2005, at 18:03:37
In reply to getting off of effexor, posted by hinote on October 14, 2005, at 7:56:43
Don't forget, experiences with the medicine will vary person to person. I wouldn't fear it, but consider it that you're warned, and you can be prepared. I was glad that I could go off of Effexor XR gradually, and schedule it so I could deal with whatever symptoms showed up (take time off work, etc.) I warned my friends and family to help keep an eye on me. I, personally, found I had a minimal withdrawl experience compared to what I've read. Look for older posts, SLS recommends a nice tapering system which takes time but reduces symptoms. rabble_rouser had a set of vitamins which gave no symptoms during withdrawal.
Now for me: it's just dealing with depression without the medicine's help.
Good luck!
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