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Hi, I'm Em
August 14, 2026··
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Hiya, just here because I realised iv been doing this without properly planning or knowing the effects it f coming off my meds (sertraline). Been on it 6 years. Randomly cut my dose in half - and wanting to get off it now, give it a go. Soooo just here to read up about it.
Zoloft — 100 — 6 years — actively tapering | without clinician
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Community AnchorEffexor
Hi @Em, welcome! We're glad you're here to learn about safe tapering. How long ago did you cut your dose in half?
Normally it's best to taper no more than 10% of the previous month's dose each month. Everyone is different of course, but there's no way of knowing who can tolerate what. It's better to start conservatively and speed up if it is tolerated rather than go too fast and then have to backtrack. The key is to listen to your body. Feel free to use the My Taper feature to check in and track your progress.
We look forward to supporting you on your tapering and healing journey!
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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