How long has it been since you stopped the meds?
How long has it been since you stopped the meds?
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Stopped venlafaxine on the 5th I then got new tabsOriginally Posted by Paula
Lofepramine and I was supposed to take 2 a day but started on 1 then began to half them haven't taken a tab since roughly last weds.
I really hope it's due to the tabs as it's really getting me down now feel good for going to work but feel so down worrying the side effects will go away.Also worried that now I'm back work will start to push my hours up they've been great so far so it's probably me just thinking the worse
You've not really tried the lofepramine at all, so you don't know if it would have the same issues that you're worried about...
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I know but at that point I'd had enough,the withdrawal from venlafaxine was the tipping point that's when I realised how bad my body had got. I'm sick of changing meds and how rubbish they make me feel for a week or two only to be changed again 6 weeks later.
It isn't always like that though. I know it can be a struggle to find the right one for you, but it can make so much difference. But I really think whatever you decide you should be honest with your GP.
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Strugglingmum (22-08-19)
I've been on various anti-d's over the years. I've had ect, and been hospitalised more than once since my diagnosis. Over perspiring is a side effect that I suffer from, but I would much rather put up with that than have to be in hospital again.
Today, I was in an amusement arcade, and the temperature didn't get over 15 degrees all day. I could literally wring out my tee shirt while I was in the bathroom, just from walking around and playing a few games. My hair was dripping wet and I was really uncomfortable. But I did it, had a shower and changed my clothes when I got home. It was worth it, and far better than the alternative.
john82 (22-08-19),Strugglingmum (22-08-19),Suzi (22-08-19)
Hunni, everybody struggles with venlafaxine withdrawal - regardless of how long they’ve been on it or how many other meds they’ve been on. It’s a horrible drug to come off and has nothing to do with how many ADs you’ve been on over the years.
I will say, though, that 6 weeks is not normally considered long enough to allow an AD to start helping ....
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I'm the same as you Magie.....
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Little update i've been off Ad's for over 3 weeks and surprise surprise the sweating has stopped.gif "(smirk)")
only trouble is my moods suffering (no surprise)
Saw the Mental health practitioner today where i mentioned since coming off the AD's the side effects have stopped to which he had no answer
I've since had an appointment come through to see a psychiatrist who will assess me.
I've been back work 3 weeks now although ive had a few days which were a struggle trying to stay positive but im a little anxious about the meeting and assessment now
Glad the sweating has stopped. When is the appointment for the psych?
Overall, how is work going?
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