Hi @Knap, welcome to Taper Community!
Sorry to hear about your issues. Can you provide more details about the symptoms you're having in your ears?
Yes, you probably were experiencing withdrawal symptoms from stopping the Lexapro. How long had you been on the Lexapro? Going from 5 mg to 0 may not seem like a lot, but the great changes in serotonin receptors happen at very small doses.
You've had quite a lot of drug changes, so your system needs time to settle.
We look forward to hearing more about your ear issues and will help the best we can. Hang in there!
Catina 💜
Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 16.64 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Synthroid - 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.