Weaning off Effexor

[JE55LEW279]

Ok so last week i started to wean of my effexor 75mg and i'm down to 37.5mg an i'm doing great just the odd bit of stomach pain and little headaches but nothing more. i'm going to start one every other day from today as i feel great and on top of the world loving my life and family at the moment and carn't wait for our holiday in september. so for anyone whos considering weaning off effexor do it like i have done coz its the best ever you may have a bad day but let it pass and carry on. Will update soon on my progress but for now i'm feeling amazing :o)

[wineandroses]

I have been on and off Effexor for 8 yrs.  I very recently went thru withdrawal once more as my Physc doctor felt it best to change my medications around.  I was on 300 mg of Effexor and was switchedf to Prozac all in one day.  Yes, I went thru withdrawal but with the addition of Prozac the withdrawal was not as brutal as in the past.  I have withdrawn "cold turkey" and ended up on the physc ward.  I strongly suggest that you be under a doctor's care when stopping Effexor.  Best of luck to you.

[remar]

Yes, do keep us updated on how your weaning is going. For me this was the hardest antidepressant to wean from. We're all so different and need to listen to our bodies. Some people can go much faster than others as far as weaning. I'm glad to hear your doing so well. Take care. Remar