30th Effexor Update - Feeling Poor

March 30, 2026··

taper update

I'm not feeling too good today after undergoing some stress yesterday. I pushed myself way beyond my limits, and I ended up paying for it. I'm struggling with anxiety today. Although it's better than in the past, my CNS is still dysregulated when it comes to handling stress. It's discouraging, but I'm still hanging in there. I'm keeping things low-key today. My husband and I are going to take a walk later. I'm also trying to breath slowly and deeply and just remind myself that I'm safe.

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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.

6 Replies

JulesStaff4mo ago

Community Anchor

Awww… sorry you’re not feeling too good today. It took me a while (and sometimes still does) to know what I can/can’t handle when it comes to my CNS. Take the needed rest today and enjoy your walk with your husband. Getting outside in nature is always a big help to me. Hugs 🤗

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CatinaStaff4mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

Thank you Jules! Our body lets us know if we're pushing it too much. I hope you're having a good day today!

Gaucho4mo ago

LighthouseLexapro · active

Wishing you the best

Lexapro — actively tapering | with clinician

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CatinaStaff4mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

"Wishing you the best" — @Gaucho

Thanks Gaucho! I just need to rest and recover. I hope you're doing okay....

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SteveStaff4mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor · active

I wish you a quick recovery and realignment! I‘m also slowly realizing that since coming off so much, too much stress does also have more of an effect on me with delayed onset. It‘s great your husband takes a walk with you and seems to understand this issue. I‘m wishing you the best! 💪🤗

off Stimulants (2000-2013)
off Fluoxetine (2010-2013)
off Lamotrigine (2013-2016)
off Quetiapain (2016-2020)

currently Effexor — 33mg — 13 years (from 300mg) — actively tapering | with clinician

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CatinaStaff4mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

"I wish you a quick recovery and realignment! I‘m also slowly realizing that since coming off so much, too much stress does also have more of an effect on me with delayed onset. It‘s great your husband takes a walk with you and seems to understand this issue. I‘m wishing you th..." — @Steve

Thank you Steve, for always being so encouraging and supportive! We're in this together.

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