8th Effexor Update - Feeling Poor

August 15, 2026··

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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CatinaAug 15

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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