6th Paxil Update - Feeling Very bad

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Paxil (Paroxetine)Support Symptoms & Self-Care

April 16, 2026

Feeling very bad. I need a window. The constant up and down is killing me. I have to taper paroxetine faster than others have, because of all the medication interactions.

Lost summer’s taper progress

Paxil

Mirtazapine

Mood (/10)

Paxil — 2.5 — 24 years — reinstated | Mirtazapine — 15mg — 3 — reinstated | Valium — 2.5 — 7 months — actively tapering | without clinician
Also tapering Tapentadol and dexamphetamine

3 Replies

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CatinaApr 16

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi @Lost summer, I'm so sorry you're having such a hard time. Paroxetine can be such a hard drug to taper, especially at low doses. I really hope you get a window soon too! Please continue to keep us updated on how you're doing. We care very much about your well-being. ❤️

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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SteveStaffApr 16

Community AnchorEffexor · active

Also hope for a window for you soon ❤️ stay strong and keep us updated. Wait for stabilisation, don‘t rush now. I also hate the harsh ups and downs, it‘s so unfair. 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

JulesStaffApr 16

Community Anchor

"The constant up and down is killing me. I" — @Lost summer

Hi Lost Summer, sorry you're having a hard time. The ups and downs are so hard to deal with, but hopefully, a window will be with you soon. Hang in there, it does get better.

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