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Posted by Terry Lynn on August 25, 2000, at 22:19:34
I also have stopped taking Effexor(150mg 3x's daily) In addition I was taking Tegretol, and stopped taking that as well.I did so at my own discretion and haven't spoke with my Phyciatrist yet. I too have been experiencing withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, numbness in lips and hands, and diarea. It has been a week now and am not feeling any better. I am upset I was not warned this could happen. How long will I be sick from this?
Posted by AW on September 1, 2000, at 0:25:55
In reply to Effexor Withdrawal, posted by Terry Lynn on August 25, 2000, at 22:19:34
> The feelings may last up to 3 weeks. Dont mistake them for the depression returning. It is your body stressing out from not getting the pill it is so used to.
Next time go on a careful program with your doctor. I am currently undergoing a 13 week coming off ZOloft program. Five years ago I was on ZOloft for 4 months and went cold turkey that time. It was nasty I tell you - headaches, sweating, you name it !
Posted by Terry Lynn on September 1, 2000, at 15:02:46
In reply to Re: Effexor Withdrawal, posted by AW on September 1, 2000, at 0:25:55
I know what you mean about going off Effexor or any other anti-depressant, should definatly be done under Dr. supervision. I am doing it on my own, I wouldn't advise that to anyone. After 2 weeks I'm still very sick from the withdrawals. I am currently trying to detox with herbal remedies. I feel this is helping.
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