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How Long Does Dizziness Persist After Effexor Withdrawal?

I have been taken off Effexor 150 mg xr slowly. First 3 weeks 75 mg, then one week of 37, then nothing, the only side effect has been dizziness. It s been one week and the dizziness seems to come and go. I really don t want to go back on a low dose because I want to stay drug and chemical free. How long will the dizziness last?
Tue, 2 Apr 2024
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Hi,

Try getting up very slowly or stay sitting down until you feel better. If you begin to feel dizzy, lie down so that you do not faint, then sit until you feel better. Try to take at bed time. Moreover, it comes when you miss dose and can remain for a week or two sometimes.

Learn breathing exercises. It reduces side effects and yoga, pranayama are helpful. Never discontinue meds on your own until your doctor said so. Sleep well and remain with good friends and listen smooth music. Eat healthy vegetables, juices, avoid coffee, alcohol, junks etc. Take antioxidants aloe vera, basil, amla etc. Smile everyday at least 100 times.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
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How Long Does Dizziness Persist After Effexor Withdrawal?

Hi, Try getting up very slowly or stay sitting down until you feel better. If you begin to feel dizzy, lie down so that you do not faint, then sit until you feel better. Try to take at bed time. Moreover, it comes when you miss dose and can remain for a week or two sometimes. Learn breathing exercises. It reduces side effects and yoga, pranayama are helpful. Never discontinue meds on your own until your doctor said so. Sleep well and remain with good friends and listen smooth music. Eat healthy vegetables, juices, avoid coffee, alcohol, junks etc. Take antioxidants aloe vera, basil, amla etc. Smile everyday at least 100 times. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician