12th Effexor Update - Feeling Okay

March 12, 2026··

taper update

Feeling so-so today. I had to run a lot of errands this morning and felt very rushed with a good bit of anxiety. I look forward to relaxing a bit this afternoon and plan to get in some exercise. The results of my thyroid ultrasound were normal, so that's one less thing to have to worry about! I'm so happy to be on this forum and to be able to contribute in a meaningful way. It really means a lot to me. I know it will continue to grow and help countless people to safely taper off psychiatric drugs. It just may save some lives too!

Catina’s taper progress

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Dose (mg)

Mood (/10)

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.

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Based PsychiatristStaff5mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

"The results of my thyroid ultrasound were normal, so that's one less thing to have to worry about!" — @Catina

Happy to hear! Great news.

"I'm so happy to be on this forum and to be able to contribute in a meaningful way. It really means a lot to me. I know it will continue to grow and help countless people to safely taper off psychiatric drugs. It just may save some lives too!" — @Catina

So happy to have you here. "To save one life is like to save all of man kind", i truly believe this.

Creator of Taper Community, here to help you.

JulesStaff5mo ago

Community Anchor

Good to hear the thyroid scan came back normal — that’s a win! Sounds like a busy, anxious start, but getting some exercise and downtime this afternoon should help settle things. Glad you’re here and part of the community — this app really is doing important work and very well could be saving lives. One bead at a time ⚪️

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CatinaStaff5mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

"Good to hear the thyroid scan came back normal — that’s a win! Sounds like a busy, anxious start, but getting some exercise and downtime this afternoon should help settle things. Glad you’re here and part of the community — this app really is doing important work and very well..." — @Jules

Thank you! I really appreciate your support. This community is going to grow into something truly amazing. I can't wait!

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CatinaStaff5mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

"Happy to hear! Great news." — @Based Psychiatrist

Thanks for your continued support BP! I appreciate it so much.

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