Hi, I'm Newt

September 29, 2026··

Hello, I’m Newt, I have ADHD, recently diagnosed, and trauma related anxiety and depression. I lost my son 4 years ago and my symptoms have become much worse, but a high dose of Lyrica disabled me. I’m weaning from 300 mg and have achieved 125 mg, but it has been so hard. Currently stabilizing at 125 mg. I’m looking for others who are managing this and for help in microdosing as in Canada we don’t have liquid formulations. Happy to support others too.

Lyrica — 125 mg — 1 1/2 years — holding | 30 mg — 15 years — researching taper

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Catina2d ago

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi @Newt, welcome to Taper Community! I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your son....that's so hard and painful. 💔 I'm glad you're getting stable at your current dose of @Lyrica. Here are some helpful links: https://taper.community/drugs/lyrica https://taper.community/resources/blog/pregabalin-lyrica-taper https://taper.community/thread/d504f856-18de-4d61-8f02-c5d47791493a We look forward to having you in our community. Catina 💜

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Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

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