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Tapering: Trazodone

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Hawaii

Hi, I'm Billfish2

September 4, 2026ยทยท
Yes I am a recovering, was recovering alcoholic w 30 plus years sober. In the last two years I had several health issues. Had a heart attack, six strokes, an aneurysm discovered while treating one of the strokes. I had recovered from these issues when I went in for Bi- Lateral knee replacement and had yet another stroke during the surgery. I woke from the surgery and had had yest another stroke and lost I'd say 50% of my vision. Between the pain of the surgery, but more so the depression caused by the vision loss I started using prescribed opiates as a crutch - when they ran out. I discovered Kratom and the Kratom extract 7OH - in honesty I chose to become addicted as the relief to both the pain and depression were instant and remarkable. Ive already experienced my first ever withdrawal symptoms and the withdrawal is intense, and I know that I have unresolved issues to deal with surrounding grief of living a very active life that is now very limited due to the vision loss. Looking for helpful resources. Im currently using about 150MG of 7OH 5 times per day about 4-5 hours apart - this will be my first week targets anyways 150 MG at 7 - 11 - 2 - 5 and 8 Next week will tapper down on most doses to 130 on most doses and 150 on my first and las t doses, keeping track of any W/D symptoms.

150 MG - 4 Times a Day โ€” 3 Weeks โ€” actively tapering

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BasedStaff13d ago
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Billfish2, welcome. That's a lot to carry, 30 years sober is no small thing and the stroke and vision loss would test anyone. Being being honest about the kratom and the grief underneath it says a lot. Sorry to hear about the mishaps, but proud youre looking to better yourself!

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Catina12d ago
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Hi @Billfish2, welcome to Taper Community! You've been through quite a bit with your health, I'm sorry. I'm not very knowledgable about tapering Kratom, but I'm sure that the basic principles work the same with tapering slowly and listening to your body. In your profile it says you're also on Trazodone? We look forward to supporting you. Keep us updated on how you're doing! Catina ๐Ÿ’œ

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

โ€œYour brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.โ€

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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Billfish212d ago
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Thanks for the kind words!

150 MG - 4 Times a Day โ€” 3 Weeks โ€” actively tapering

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Billfish212d ago
WelcomerTrazodone ยท active
No this app would not. Let me post without choosing a drug or substance

150 MG - 4 Times a Day โ€” 3 Weeks โ€” actively tapering

Catina
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Catina12d ago
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"No this app would not. Let me post without choosing a drug or substance" โ€” @Billfish2
You can post however you like. Is there something we can help you with?

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

โ€œYour brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.โ€

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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