Hi, I'm Chris Wilks

September 4, 2026

Hi Been on Antidepressants long term Decided I did t need them anymore Hyperbolic tapered from 20mg to 12, changing to liquid, part way Then missed a dose of Quetipine for sleep Obviously my body got a shock, developed chronic diarrhoea Dr had me got straight back to my 20 mg in tablet form, My chronic Diarrhoea has continued after trying to stabilise at 20 mg for 12 months Trying to find answers to bring back normalcy

Lexapro — 20 — 10 years — reinstated | Seroquel — 12.5 — 10 years — holding | Valium — 3 mg — 10 yeats — holding

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BasedStaffSep 4

Community AnchorEffexor

Welcome, Chris. chronic diarrhea after a forced jump back up to 20mg is a hell of a thing to sit with. The gut is loaded with receptors that get knocked sideways when doses change that abruptly, and it can take a long time to settle. Let us know how things progress

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CatinaSep 6

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi @Chris Wilks, welcome! I'm really sorry what happened. Yes, doing a large updose like that can sometimes cause issues. You're doing the right thing with holding until things stabilize. We have some information about gut issues if you'd like to take a look: https://taper.community/thread/c16f5e67-65ba-41f4-91e3-01ec6a6fc03d https://taper.community/resources/blog/gastrointestinal-symptoms-during-withdrawal I know that eventually things will get better, so hang in there and keep us updated on how you're doing. Catina 💜

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Synthroid - 25 mcg

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