Posted by SLS on June 9, 2006, at 12:04:24
In reply to Effexor withdrawal-- HELP!, posted by Daveuproar on June 7, 2006, at 14:23:53
> I started taking a new medication on June 2nd. My doctor told me to stop taking my 150mg of Effexor and start the new meds immediately. Now, it's almost a week later and I'm still feeling the Effexor withdrawals. Anyone have any luck with alleviating them? The best way I can explain the feeling is imagine being hung over. I’ feeling nauseated, tired, dizzy, headache, etc. all at once.
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> I hope they go away soon. I'm leaving for vacation in 4 days.
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> Any input would be appreciated!
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> Dave
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Hi Dave.Your symptoms are pretty classic for Effexor withdrawal. What drug are you taking now? If it is a serotonin reuptake inhibitor, it might help lessen the intensity of the symptoms you are experiencing. I don't know why your doctor didn't cross taper your medications, unless you were taking an MAOI.
You can try taking Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help you get through the worst of it.
I hope you have a good vacation.
- Scott
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