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Question: Hi, I can't reach my doctor and need help with something. I am currently on 50 mg of zoloft and 150 XL wellbutrin. We are switching me over to Pristiq at a low dose because the other two are no longer working for me. I need some specific instructions on how to best taper off my current meds and start the pristiq without feeling badly. I am extremely sensitive to meds and side effects. Every time i have tried to get off of zoloft in the past has been really hard. Please advise on how to go about this. Thanks
Brief Answer:
Tapering off should be over 2 week
Detailed Answer:
Hello Ma'am
I can certainly understand your concern
I have worked through your attached query in detail
Zoloft and Wellbutrin should be tapered one after the other and not simultaneously.
Tapering should be done over 2 week period.
Tapering should be done by 30 percent dose reduction daily.
Once tapering completed, you can consider the required medication of choice.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
Tapering off should be over 2 week
Detailed Answer:
Hello Ma'am
I can certainly understand your concern
I have worked through your attached query in detail
Zoloft and Wellbutrin should be tapered one after the other and not simultaneously.
Tapering should be done over 2 week period.
Tapering should be done by 30 percent dose reduction daily.
Once tapering completed, you can consider the required medication of choice.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
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