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What are some tips for reducing withdrawal from effexor (venlafaxine) xr 300mg?

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Why are you stopping: Be sure you should be stopping it, then gradually wean from it if necessary. Exercise or distracting yourself is often helpful.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Effexor (venlafaxine): Weaning off antidepressants should be gradual and closely supervised by your prescribing physician.

Dr Finley-Belgrad agreed

Answered 9/7/2019

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