Posted by Elizabeth on April 27, 1999, at 1:33:23
In reply to Re: withdrawal symtoms--James, posted by ruth on April 26, 1999, at 8:18:03
Ruth,
Maybe I missed this, but which SSRI? It makes a difference. Paxil seems to be the worst in this regard.
Stopping any drug abruptly after taking it for a long time can cause withdrawal, rebound, whatever you want to call it. This happens not just with psychoactive drugs but with things like corticosteroids and antihypertensives. It doesn't mean they're "addictive."
Anyway, taper off slowly and you should be okay. If you still have symptoms a month after taking your last pill, it's probably your depression returning, not just rebound.
If you do decide to do this, you should really be under a doctor's supervision...I hope you are?
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