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Weaning off Paxil after 3months and a week
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Weaning off Paxil after 3months and a week
by jan264, Apr 09, 2008 01:17PM
I was prescribed Paxil CR, 12.5mg for anxiety. I have been on it for about 3 months and week. It helped somewhat but there are days when I don't feel like myself. I would rather make some lifestyle changes to combat my anxiety. So, my doctor told me to stop taking it. I was afraid because of the horror stories that I've heard. So, he gave me a prescription for the regular Paxil; take 2 10mg for the first 3 days and then 1 pill a day for two days. I have the prescription...but I haven't taken it yet. I've discontinued use 3 days ago and so far, I feel fine. My question to you is, When does withdrawal symptoms kick in? And how long does it last?
Thanks.
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Member Comments (2)
by Roger Gould, M.D., Apr 09, 2008 03:28PM
, Apr 09, 2008 03:28PMTo: jan264
They usually start right away within a day or two but some people do not have withdrawal symptoms at all and you may be one of the lucky ones. If you do have symptoms you might consider a slower withdrawal over a three-week period before you stop.
by jan264, Apr 14, 2008 10:02AM
To: Anyone weaning off Paxil Cr
I'm going on the my 2nd week off paxil cr, 12.5mg. I think I'm one of the lucky few because I've had very little withdrawal effects after being on it for 3mos and a week. I've only had chills...but that only lasted off and on for a day.
