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So, to recap my withdrawl experience so far;
Days 1-3: brain zaps, emotional breakdowns, dizzy, felt car sick, anger
Days 4-7: brain zaps are tolerable, still having bouts of anger, not sick to my stomach anymore! Have so much more energy, feel like I'm thinking much more clear just not talking very well. Having trouble getting my words out... while in a conversation, i stop in the middle of a sentence and just can't find the right word(s).
Days 8 & 9: Frustrated that the brain zaps have not stopped completely. Frustrated that I am still having some trouble getting my thoughts to come out of my mouth. Started taking Magnesium Malate to try to get the brain zaps to stop - I've noticed a real difference.
My advice to anyone who is going to go off of Effexor XR; work with your doc on a tapering off plan. When you do take that final step to "Effexor Free", make sure that you start on a Thursday, clear your calendar, kids go to grandmas and no obligations for at least 3 days. Make yourself as comfortable as possible. Once you get through the first 3-4 days, it will get better/manageable. Hang in there. I'll keep updating my progress.View Thread

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