Posted by I cook for you on July 27, 2004, at 21:23:27
In reply to Re: In process of tapering off Effexor, posted by KaraS on July 25, 2004, at 22:46:01
> > Just wanted to let you know that I am now taking 25 mg daily and the dizziness/headache symptoms have disappeared. This doesn't seem so bad. Although I am finding myself moody and can cry at the drop of a hat. I guess that's part of the withdrawal.
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> > Anyway, just wanted to keep you posted. How are you doing, Kara?
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> I'm glad to hear that you're doing well! Stay on that dose a while and the moodiness and crying easily should disappear. I've been at the same dose for a while now so no side effects. I'm going away for a week or so and then after that I'll decrease again. Can't wait. (not!)
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> Be well,
> Kara
>I am new to this board today, which is why you haven't seen me before. I can't tell you how glad I am to have found you all! I know I am not alone, and my decision to detox from Effexor seems to be a prudent one.
I have been taking 37.5 mg. since inception 11 months ago. I never felt the need to up to the usual dosage of 75 because the half dosage was working fine, until about 2 months ago. Depression set in again, and knew there was something else wrong. As I am suspecting, it's hormonal changes with the onset of menopause. Two of my docs wanted me to increase to 75 mg. I don't want to. I want to get off this drug so I can solve my hormonal imbalance and get on with my life.
Thanks to all of you, I will continue to read and learn from you all. I am now taking my 37.5 capsule every other day with no real detriment. If there's any other suggestions on where to go from here with my detox, your suggestions are greatly welcomed. Thanks again! You've saved my sanity.
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