I CANT do this - Effexor withdrawal - Page 2

Bleeding Angel · 21-07-2007, 06:36 PM

Thank you

jus hope when i next see the cpn she doesnt stick me back on it, that drugs evil, ALL drugs are

one_step_closer · 22-07-2007, 12:54 PM

You don't have to go back on it though, ultimately this is your decision. Your CPN should listen to YOU, let her know what sort of support you feel is right for you.

random.swirls · 23-07-2007, 06:47 AM

I agree with Lindsay but yay to being off it :)

Amadeus · 23-07-2007, 07:32 PM

I just came off Effexor (stopped working, but I still got the side effects...so much fun). It sucks that you had to do it cold turkey (that's what it sounds like), that is possibly the worst way to get off any drug, especially Effexor.

If you're still having some side effects, try Prozac, or the generic form of it. It helps. Also, like other people said, if you don't want to be on it, don't take it. Just make sure your doctor (CPN? I'm over in the states, not sure about the terminology) knows that you're not taking it.

I'm going to start on Lexapro soon (it's almost scary how much of an asshole I am when I'm not on drugs), talk to your doctor about different medications. crazymeds.org is one of the best sites for meds like these.

Good luck.

Bleeding Angel · 24-07-2007, 01:15 AM

Thanks

I really dont want to be on any med, not from going throigh withdrwals, its jus not worth it

one_step_closer · 24-07-2007, 01:03 PM

How are you feeling now? I hope that you're offered some med-free support. xxx

Bleeding Angel · 25-07-2007, 12:36 AM

im trying to cut back on the serequel but its hard becasue i can get withdrawal from taking so little of it

one_step_closer · 25-07-2007, 10:39 AM

As long as you have the right sort of support, I know that you can do this. How much Serequel are you taking at the moment?

tweety pie 84 · 25-07-2007, 04:06 PM

just wanted to send ya some hugs. I completly agree about effexor being banned. Its the most evil thing i have ever taken. Although apparently it is one of the best drugs around for the people it works with.

Anyway, hope ur feeling better

craola · 25-07-2007, 09:57 PM

Go you missy, im proud :)
Im also now really worried about when the time comes for me to come of Effexor and Seroquel!

Bleeding Angel · 03-08-2007, 12:55 AM

I think as long as you come off it properly rather than what i did you will be fine.

Ive been cutitng down my sereqeul so now ive took 6mg, see how i sleep tonight.

Now im fully off effexor might make the serequel easier

charcoalchild · 03-08-2007, 03:15 AM

YEY!!! ive tried effexor withdrawal before.. not pretty! proud of u babe!!!

ahktu · 08-08-2007, 09:27 PM

I've been through med withdrawal, too, from the puking to the shakes. A lot of the time I had no idea what was going on around me. I know it SUCKS. A LOT. But mine usually passed in a couple of days. After about a week, it will be totally out of your system. I'd seriously suggest consulting your doctor about going off it cold turkey, though. If things get really crazy, maybe go to the emergency room, but usually just having someone there with you to keep you from spazzing works. Sorry this isn't more helpful.

BatRachy · 10-08-2007, 11:50 AM

I'm gradually coming off efexor XL at the mo. Not fun :( But, at least you are off it now hun :) YAY!! I'm half way through my withdrawl, and it's still trying to kill me. I'm same as you - just don't wanna be on anything. Good luck with it

Love, Rachy xxxx

The Midnight Crazies · 12-08-2007, 03:31 PM

Well done. I hate the fact most mental health care workers don't really care for the non med approach but just hand out rx's.

Marte