42nd Effexor Update - Feeling Okay

April 16, 2026··

I'm starting to feel the effects of my April 1st bead drop. I got up too quickly in the middle of the night to use the restroom and felt dizzy. I still feel a bit dizzy today, but it's not too bad. My vision was also blurred this morning, although it's better now. I'm also feeling a bit of increased anxiety, but nothing major. In addition, I just feel a bit "off." It's hard to put into words exactly, but I can definitely feel the effects of the drop. All in all, things could be worse so I can't complain too much. Sending peaceful and healing vibes to my fellow TC members today! ❤️

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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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SteveStaffApr 16

Community AnchorEffexor · active

Do you feel it took 2,5 weeks to really start? In my mind i‘m still adjusted to the „starts at day 3 and takes another 2 weeks“. But indeed, after the last taper my own view of it should have changed, It‘s just different in low doses. I also found it interestingly harsh when waking up in the night after a little sleep when starting a taper. Contrasting to the big pupils i had when waking up at night after getting on those meds. I think i know what you mean with feeling „off“, it feels like a (very) light depersonalisation or disorientation for me. I‘m very glad it‘s pretty okey and hope it‘s staying that way. Sending best wishes and a calm day 🤗

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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CatinaApr 16

Community AnchorEffexor

"Do you feel it took 2,5 weeks to really start?" — @Steve

Yes. For me, it has always taken close to 3 weeks for me to feel the effects of a drop.

"I‘m very glad it‘s pretty okey and hope it‘s staying that way. Sending best wishes and a calm day 🤗" — @Steve

Thanks my friend. 😍

JulesStaffApr 16

Community Anchor

That's interesting that it takes that long for your body to recognize the bead drop. I like that you're aware of the pattern for you, that's half the battle sometimes - you know what to expect at this point. Hang in there 💜 Sending peaceful and healing vibes back to you.

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CatinaApr 17

Community AnchorEffexor

"That's interesting that it takes that long for your body to recognize the bead drop. I like that you're aware of the pattern for you, that's half the battle sometimes - you know what to expect at this point. Hang in there 💜 Sending peaceful and healing vibes back to you." — @Jules

Thank you for your support....it means a lot!

YuliawithhopeApr 17

NavigatorLexapro · holding

I am the same , usually after two-three weeks I will start to feel the symptoms.

Lexapro — 2,2 mg — 5 — holding | without clinician

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CatinaApr 17

Community AnchorEffexor

"I am the same , usually after two-three weeks I will start to feel the symptoms." — @Yuliawithhope

It's good to know I'm not the only one!

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