Have been on Effexor or similar medication for 20 yrs. Condition was getting worst, doctor increased medication, finally i have decided to get off the Effexor, doctor had no comment, offered no help. Have been off the Effexor for over 1 month, and suffering various side effects. Would like to find out how long the withdrawal symptoms will last (approx.) and what part of the body will it effect besides the nervous system? Would really appreciate some information, having a pretty hard time of it and nobody to turn to.
Thanks, Vicki
How long does withdrawal symptoms from Effexor last?
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- 3+ months ago by marathon
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- effexor, withdrawal
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If you weaned down and took the time to lower your serum level then I would say a month.If you stopped quickly and didn't let your body change with the changes you made then sometimes it can take up to a year and worse sometimes you never feel better.Keep your doctor informed on how your doing.Good luck to you...Dave:)
First of all you should NEVER just stop taking any antidepressant all a once.The withdrawls are horrible. You should consult your doctor about decreasing the dose gradually over a period of time. I gained almost 20lbs on Efexor. If you feel that Efexor is not working for you ask your Dr. to try you on something else. I was on Efexor for over a year and it made me worse so i asked my Dr to put me on Lexapro and it has done wonders for me. I started the Lexapro a month ago and started taking it that same day and haven't taken Efexor since that day.I haven't had any withdrawl's or side effects so far. Good Luck!!!!
Hi marathon.
I wish you well on this journey.
I am doing research myself on how long the withdrawal effects will last and I get different timelines, depending on how long you have been on them and dosage amount.
how are things going? are you feeling any better yet?
I'm going through it myself. on day 5 wish me luck!
