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Posted by DizzyNikki on August 5, 2005, at 16:36:46
I started out a year ago taking Nuerontin, Effexor, Depakote, Lithium and Trazadone (for sleep). The combo was good for me and actually got rid of my weekly severe migraine headaches. I gradually tapered off of all but effexor. I have gone from my daily 225 mg dose to 150 to 75 to now nothing at all. None of the other drugs gave me any side effects and dropping them was easy. Now I am bedridden trying to get over not taking the effexor. I am so dizzy and the slightest move of my head makes me want to scream the head rush is so bad.
I just moved out of state, started a new career and also can not get my prescription filled. I have a cobra plan and I can't use it here other than go to the ER. I really want to do this though. I have a great support group and a couple days to lay in bed if i have to.
I guess I am just wondering if the constant head rush, dizziness, and weak feeling will go away and when? Has anyone attempted St John's Wort? and ...The pharmacist at the local store gave me Bonine to try for the vertigo.
Any responses would be appreciated. I know everyone's situation is different.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 5, 2005, at 23:56:07
In reply to going crazy trying to get off effexor xr, posted by DizzyNikki on August 5, 2005, at 16:36:46
> I have gone from my daily 225 mg dose to 150 to 75 to now nothing at all...
Welcome! And sorry to interrupt, but I'd like to redirect this thread to Psycho-Babble Withdrawal. Here's a link:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/wdrawl/20050712/msgs/538141.html
Thanks,
Bob
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