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54th Effexor Update - Feeling Fair — TaperCommunity

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CatinaStaff

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54th Effexor Update - Feeling Fair

April 28, 2026··

taper update

Still feeling a little extra revved up today, but it's better than yesterday. At least the headache and dizziness are gone. Going to get in a walk today.

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 18.88 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

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GauchoNavigator22d ago

Lexapro · active

I'm glad to hear that you have improved. I was concerned for you when you were going through those 9/10 headaches.

Lexapro — actively tapering | with clinician

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CatinaStaffTrusted Voice22d ago

"I'm glad to hear that you have improved. I was concerned for you when you were going through those 9/10 headaches." — @Gaucho

Aww thank you! I didn't even know that you were reading my updates lol. Yeah, it was absolutely BRUTAL! But thankfully I'm better now. 🙂

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 18.88 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

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