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Hi, I'm Ellen
August 3, 2026··
I was on Effexor for years and wanted to get off. I tapered off using my Psychiatrist’s tapering plan. I’ve been off for about a month now and still feel some of the side effects. I’m hoping to learn more and get support from this group.
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Catina1mo ago
Community AnchorEffexor
Hi @Ellen , welcome! Can you create a signature for yourself so we can get an overview of your drug history? You can do this through Settings.
What was the tapering plan your psychiatrist used?
What symptoms are you dealing with now?
We look forward to supporting you through your recovery process.
Catina 🩷
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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