Posted by Shell on January 18, 2001, at 23:35:01
In reply to Re: withdrawal - effexor ...how long??, posted by Kim Hazell on January 17, 2001, at 22:40:08
> Anyone come off Effexor succesfully? How long did it take? Please reply soon!!
I quit taking Effexor last Wednesday (300 mg). I had an uncomfortable first few days and it has gotten a little better each day since then. Yesterday (Wednesday) was the first day I didn't notice any of the withdrawal symptoms at all. I did notice a little of the dizziness this evening, but I think the fact that I was tired (I worked 14 hours today and had 4 hours sleep last night) probably had something to do with it.
It does get better; it just doesn't feel that way when you are going through it. I wish I could tell you that you'd be fine in week, but it varies so much. I'm sure there are people here for whom it lasted weeks or even months. The important thing is that it will end eventually. If the symptoms are really bad, tell your doctor. There are things that can be done to help.
Shell
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