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Debbie

Tapering: Effexor

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South carolina

Hi, I'm Debbie

June 13, 2026··

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I’ve been on Effexor and Xanax for 35 years. I’ve finally gotten myself to the lower dosages, but now I’m going to need help to completely get off them. I came to this community to gain knowledge so when I go to my physician, I can make sure he’s deprescribing accurately.

Effexor — 37.5 — 35 years — actively tapering | Xanax — .5 mg — 35 years — actively tapering | with clinician

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CatinaStaffTrusted Voice9d ago

Hi Debbie...welcome! Glad to have you here. When dealing with multiple drugs, it's best to taper only one at a time. Also, here is some information to help you discuss the subject with your doctor. I hope it helps! Let us know if you have any questions. https://taper.community/thread/dbb2cdbb-bb3d-4bb9-93ab-b33de4a3fd0b https://taper.community/resources/blog/how-to-talk-to-your-doctor-about-tapering https://taper.community/resources/blog/collaborative-tapering-with-prescriber Catina 🩷

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 18.56 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

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Based PsychiatristStaffCommunity Anchor9d ago

Hey Debbie! Way to go on all the success. Theres an education module you can access under Learn in the side bar

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