Posted by becks on February 24, 2005, at 7:04:14 [reposted on February 25, 2005, at 23:51:41 | original URL]
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal - very bad news » roobie, posted by PoohBear on February 19, 2005, at 23:08:11
I've been on Effexor XL for so long now that I'm not even sure how many years??? Something like 5 to 8 years. I've tried to go off of it, but the side effects of the withdrawal are horrendous! Dizziness, imbalance, unsteadiness, nausea, etc...
I take 300mg each night before bed, along with 300mg of Trazadone (for sleep).I've talked to my doctor several times about wanting to discontinue taking this Effexor. I've always experienced horrifying nightmares and night sweats. My doctor does not want me to stop, so I'm going to find another doctor.
I'm wondering if anyone has taken an alternative while discontinuing Effexor in order to help with the withdrawl symptoms.
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