Posted by Cam W. on May 7, 2000, at 21:12:15
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal, posted by Cindy W on May 7, 2000, at 20:36:00
Cindy - Effexor withdrawl syndrome is probably a serotonin problem. You would not expect it to start until you are weaned to doses of less than 150mg or 225mg per day. Most people have their problems start at the 75mg or 37.5mg level, or as they are trying to take lower than this dose.Normally, the withdrawl syndrome occurs within a day or two of stopping Effexor completely. Some people are very sensitive and the withdrawl symptoms can be felt about 8 to 12 hours after a missed dose. Everyone reacts in an individual manner. You may not even experience any withdrawl symptoms. The withdrawl symptoms are generally worse and occur quicker with the regular, rather than the XR form of Effexor.
It is a good idea to play the reduced dosage thing by ear and watch for any return of OCD symptoms. Also, be sure to tell your doc that you are doing this. It is always good for someone else to know when you change a medication regimen, just in case you have an adverse reaction of some sort and are not able to tell about the dosage change after the fact (this is usually more important when you raise a dose without telling your doctor).
Hope this helps - Cam
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