1st Effexor Update - Feeling Bad - Mar 2

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March 2, 2026

Feeling bad. Been having bouts of headache, irritability, and rage. Self loathing is today's theme. 10 days since my last dose reduction was hoping to feel a bit perkier. 225mg down to 75mg was easy enough just tiredness. This sub 75mg is not clever at all, just like they all said! And i did cold turkey off a high dose of Mirtazapine with no real problems other than sleep and brain zaps.

Effexor — 225mg for 5 years — currently 50mg - actively tapering | without clinician

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CatinaMar 2

Community AnchorEffexor

I'm sorry you're having a hard time Pye. Don't be afraid to slow down your taper or decrease by a lesser amount. It's better to go slower than try to speed things up and then suffer the consequences. It takes lots of time and patience. Listen to your body and adjust things accordingly. 👍

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 16.64 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Synthroid - 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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BasedStaffMar 2

Community AnchorEffexor

"Don't be afraid to slow down your taper or decrease by a lesser amount." — @Catina

Slow and steady wins the race!

"Listen to your body and adjust things accordingly." — @Catina

you cant trick biology unfortunately. Hope you feel better soon Pye! Dont get down if you arent progressing as fast as youd like. Its ok to take your time

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