83rd Effexor Update - Feeling Fair

August 17, 2026··

I'm feeling better today. Anxiety is lower. I walked on the treadmill for 30 minutes and then did some weights. I also slept very well last night. All in all, it's not too bad of a day! Sending lots of support and healing vibes to everyone. 💗

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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DuloxiAug 17

Community AnchorCymbalta · holding

I'm really happy to hear that things are getting better. Now it's time to hold and enjoy the stability.

Cymbalta — 15mg(12mg) — 17 Jahre — holding -with clinician - 90 mg – 2021: First tapering attempt.
60 mg – 2023: Second tapering attempt.
With a doctor's supervision—but unfortunately, a doctor who doesn't know how to properly taper off an antidepressant.

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