How long does it take?

Hi everyone,

Firstly, Id like to thank everyone for being so open and honest about how theyve dealt with Effexor withdrawls. Ive only been on Effexor for 6 months for PMS (37.5 mg) and in the past 3 months I've developed feelings of anxiety and depression, so my Dr suggested I stop taking the meds, without warning me about the horrible withdrawal symptoms. I lasted 1 and a half days off Effexor and made a Dr's appointment, expecting help. Unfortunately, my dr doesnt seem to know too much about this medication and how to help with the withdrawls. You guys have been the only help Ive received. I tried weening off for about a month and a half, taking small amounts of beads out every day, but my emotions were still all over and I felt dizzy. Thank goodness I have an employer that is supportive, allowing me to work from my home when I was feeling ill. But I still felt like I couldnt take another day of these rollercoasters. I have been off of work for a week now, and have gone cold turke, expecting that since I had only been taking 1/3 of the dosage in the last week, it wouldn't be as bad. Definately been a tough week. Alot of sleeping, a little crying, but the worst part is thinking tomorrow will better, and it isn't.

Is there anyone who has been in my place: cold turkey for about 4 days and still feeling alot of dizzyness and zaps. How long did it take you to feel normal again?

I have started taking fishoil, hoping that will help.