Headache, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, weakness, dry mouth, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, blurred vision, tiredness, nervousness, trouble sleeping, sweating, or yawning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly. Read on to find out more about Effexor withdrawal or share your experience.
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Withdrawal from Effexor
"I want to go off my meds but I've heard that the withdrawal can be pretty bad from Effexor," writes Casey. "Has anyone gone off Effexor and experienced withdrawal?"
"Staying on the Effexor was really not a problem for me. But going off of it is like living through a nightmare!!! I am not exaggerating, folks. This is absolute misery."
"I've been on Effexor XR for about 5+ years now. Tried to wean myself off and did for a bit but ended taking it again after a year or so. Withdrawals were horrible but manageable."