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1886497 tn?1327714543

stopping all meds at one time

I have to stop taking Effexor XR 300 mg, Wellbutrin XL 300 mg, Lamactil 200 mg  cause of unable to afford medication. unemployed, but makes too much for mental health help.
Are my withdrawal symptoms going to be  worse with me having to stop all 3 of these at the same time ?
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maybe you can getmeds in their generic forms.  they are much cheaper. ask your doc which come in generic. maybe he can figure out how to get affordable meds, or wean you from 1.
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1267205 tn?1321117128
That is scary, especially to do that without a docs help.
I would suggest you try to find a way to get meds, as a major priority. It can be dangerous to just stop.
Can u borrow money ? Sell something to make money ?
I wish I could help more. Hang in there
darlenedaisy
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1540869 tn?1351214013
Oh my gosh do not just stop taking those, wean yourself off DO NOT DO NOT JUST STOP! It will be hell,  do you still have enough pills to wean yourself off? Especially because you are on high doses that will be a very unhealthy and dangerous thing to do, just don't do it talk to your dr.
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You can,t just stop your meds cold turkey,that is not a good idea.You really need to consult your doctor and get his/her advice.You have to come off them slowly and reduce the dose otherwise the withdrawl symptoms could be terrible.
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