Posted by Jasmineneroli on October 17, 2004, at 14:04:53
In reply to Re: I can't hold on...., posted by Guy on October 17, 2004, at 12:23:23
Jerry:
This really is the Effexor withdrawal talking.
You may need to go up a little in the dose, temporarily - can you call your Dr. asap???
The problem with weaning off one AD, when you have depression as severe as yours, is that there is nothing taking its place. Sometimes people take Prozac to help...you will need your Dr's advice and help. I've also read that taking Benadryl (or some other old style <drowsy> antihistamine) can help with the withdrawal too.
Check the Effexor withdrawal threads. I think it's a pretty evil drug to get off.
Can you get out and go for a walk and buy a magazine or something? Light and silly/cheesey reading. Not a newspaper with depressing stories.
Distract yourself, if you can.
I wish I could come and visit you!
Support, as always.
Jas
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