Hi, I'm Maggie

April 17, 2026··

I have been on fluoxetine for over 35 years and I don't know if it is still indicated. Would like to taper/stop.

Prozac — 20-40 mg — 35 yrs — researching taper | without clinician

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Catina5mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi @Maggie, glad to have you here at Taper Community! I can relate to being on psych drugs for so many years. It's good you're taking the time to do your research before you embark on tapering. Have you approached the subject with your doctor yet? If not, we have some helpful information on how best to do this. If you're looking for a qualified deprescribing provider, you can check the Find a Provider section to help locate one. If you're not already familiar with Hyperbolic tapering, please have a look at the Learn section. Here is some clinical information about Prozac to keep in mind before tapering: https://taper.community/drugs/prozac Please let us know if you have any questions, and we'll be more than happy to help! 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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BasedStaff5mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

Hey Maggie! Welcome! Youve come to the right place. What makes you want to stop?

Creator of Taper Community, here to help you.

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Catina5mo ago

Community AnchorEffexor

Here is some helpful information for you: Preparing for a Taper: https://taper.community/thread/d41182b4-060b-4c2e-a1e8-da9e6777d7e5

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