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I've been on and off dizzy for over a month. i'm weaning off venlafaxine antidepressants, can this cause my dizziness? if so, how can i manage it?

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Dr. Norma Jo Waxman answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

May be side effect: If dizziness persists you should be evaluated. Did the dizziness start when you began venlafaxine?

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

See your DR: This is complicated and best managed by a skilled professional who knows you well.

Dr Chuu agreed

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A member asked:

I've been on and off dizzy for over a month. i'm weaning off venlafaxine antidepressants, can this cause my dizziness? if so, how can i manage it?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Norma Jo Waxman answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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