Effexor (venlafaxine) Withdrawal: Effexor (venlafaxine) is for treatment of Depression and Anxiety. Both Therapy and Effexor (venlafaxine) are more beneficial for treatment. Discuss with your Psychiatrist for the reasons for which Effexor (venlafaxine) was started, benefits and side effects, dose and duration of taking it; your wish to stop taking it, gradual decrease of Effexor (venlafaxine), and coping skill to overcome withdrawal symptoms. Have Therapy and Breathing Relaxation,
Answered 10/23/2015
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Concern 4 depression: There can be some very bothersome symptoms from the abrupt discontinuation.Abrupt cessation is not a good idea Also what about the reason that you starting taking the medication in the first place and that is " depression " You should discuss your plan to go off the medication with your psychiatrist and also with a therapist if you also have someone else who is working with you in therapy.
Answered 10/27/2015
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