8th Effexor Update - Feeling Poor
August 15, 2026··
taper update
Feeling poor. Been having bouts of dizziness, depersonalization, and sweating.
Andrés Sánchez’s taper progress
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Effexor — 150mg — 5 years — researching taper | without clinician
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Community AnchorEffexor
I'm sorry to hear about your symptoms. I guess it's good you're holding your dose for now.
I hope things stabilize for you soon. 🩷
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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