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.