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Phyll DeBaun

Tapering: Effexor

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Hi, I'm Phyll DeBaun

August 22, 2026··
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37 year history of Effexor XR

Effexor — 300 mg — 37 years — researching taper | without clinician

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Based Psychiatrist
Community AnchorEffexor
Welcome, Phyll! That's a long journey with Effexor. How are you doing with it these days?

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Catina
CatinaStaff1d ago
Community AnchorEffexor
Hi @Phyll DeBaun, welcome! I'm on Effexor too and have been tapering for quite some time. We have many members tapering it. Have you ever tried tapering it before? You can read about Hyperbolic tapering in the Resources section. Since you've been on it for so many decades, you'll definitely want to take things slowly and cautiously, especially the lower you get in your dose. Will you be counting beads? That's what I've been doing. Let us know how we can help and if you have any questions! We look forward to supporting you on your tapering journey. https://taper.community/drugs/effexor https://taper.community/resources/blog/how-to-taper-off-effexor-xr Catina 🌸

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

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