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Hi, I'm Wendy Edwards

August 4, 2026··
I am psychiatric mental health provider

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Duloxi1mo ago
Community AnchorCymbalta · holding
Hi WendyEdwards, A warm welcome to our community! We're grateful for every new member and every bit of support. It's wonderful to have you here. 🫶

Cymbalta — 15mg(12mg) — 17 Jahre — holding -with clinician - 90 mg – 2021: First tapering attempt.
60 mg – 2023: Second tapering attempt.
With a doctor's supervision—but unfortunately, a doctor who doesn't know how to properly taper off an antidepressant.

Catina
Catina1mo ago
Community AnchorEffexor
Hi Wendy! It's so commendable that you're taking an interest in this very important subject. We need more providers like you! Are there any specific areas of concern or questions you have? You can check out the Resources section for lots of helpful information about Hyperbolic tapering, specific Drug profiles, blog articles, etc. Let us know how we can help you best! 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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