Tag Archives: Effexor

One Step Beyond

Posted on June 19, 2012 by ~drew

It has been 17 days since my last Effexor. The brain-zaps, though not changing in frequency, have lessened in intensity, giving me some relief. The physical side of the equation is coming into line. This week’s change is on the … Continue reading →

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Help! My Head is Caught Between Two Bug-Zappers!!!

Posted on June 9, 2012 by ~drew

I just had the worst “attack” of brain zaps to-date… The frequency of the zaps increased until it was almost one constant zap. I became nauseous and had to lie down in a darkened room. Meditation and a hot shower … Continue reading →

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F*** Effexor

Posted on June 8, 2012 by ~drew

I’ve been reading about Effexor withdrawal today. I am not alone… The “Brain Zaps” are the worst. I saw it described as “having a piece of sheet-metal in my head that is constantly being hit.” Here is a description from … Continue reading →

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Sa·yo·na·ra Effexor

Posted on June 7, 2012 by ~drew

I took my last Effexor 83 hours ago. My brain is not happy. I am having the swirling numbness through my head right now. I don’t know when it will subside. I am done, forever, with this drug. If I … Continue reading →

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This Sucks (YOU CAN DO IT!!)

Posted on May 19, 2012 by ~drew

I wanted to post a quick update on my journey to becoming anti-depressant free. Here is the synopsis so far: Step 1: drop from 150mg of Effexor to 75mg for 4 weeks: slight headaches and dizziness the 1st week, then … Continue reading →

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AN UPdate on Stepping DOWN

Posted on May 4, 2012 by ~drew

I am now 5 weeks into stepping off Effexor. I am taking 1/4 the dose I was before. Last Saturday I started phase 2 (the 1/4 dose). Although I did suffer some headaches and dizziness, which are to be expected, … Continue reading →

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