Gradual dose reduction (also know as tapering) will alleviate symptoms for most people. (For Some people the reduction in dose needs to be in miniscule amounts.)
PSYCHIATRIC SYMPTOMS
That Mimic Depression
1. Crying spells
2. Worsened mood
3. Low energy (fatigue, lethargy, malaise)
4. Trouble concentrating
5. Insomnia or trouble sleeping
6. Change in appetite
7. Suicidal thoughts
8. Suicide attempts
That Mimic Anxiety Disorders
9. Anxious, nervous, tense
10. Panic attacks (racing heart, breathless)
11. Chest pain
12. Trembling, jittery,or shaking
Irritability and Aggression
13. Irritability
14. Agitation (restlessness, hyperactivity)
15. Impulsivity
16. Aggressiveness
17. Self-harm
18. Homicidal thoughts or urges
Confusion and Memory Problems
19. Confusion or cognitive difficulties
20. Memory problems or forgetfulness
Mood Swings
21. Elevated mood (feeling high)
22. Mood swings
23. Manic-like reactions
Hallucinations
24. Auditory hallucinations
25. Visual hallucinations
Dissociation
26. Feeling detached or unreal
Other
27. Excessive or intense dreaming
28. Nightmares
MEDICAL SYMPTOMS
That Mimic the Flu
29. Flu-like aches and pains
30. Fever
31. Sweats
32. Chills
33. Runny nose
34. Sore eyes
That Mimic Gastroenteritis
35. Nausea
36. Vomiting
37. Diarrhea
38. Abdominal pain or cramps
39. Stomach bloating
Dizziness
40. Disequilibrium
41. Spinning, swaying, lightheaded
42. Hung over or waterlogged feeling
43. Unsteady gait, poor coordination
44. Motion sickness
Headache
45. Headache
Tremor
46. Tremor
Sensory Abnormalities
47. Numbness, burning, or tingling
48. Electric zap-like sensations in the brain
49. Electric shock-like sensations in the body
50. Abnormal visual sensations
51. Ringing or other noises in the ears
52. Abnormal smells or tastes
Other
53. Drooling or excessive saliva
54. Slurred speech
55. Blurred vision
56. Muscle cramps, stiffness, twitches
57. Feeling of restless legs
58. Uncontrollable twitching of mouth
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78% of effexor users will experience withdrawal.
This can happen with one missed dose. paxil 66% zoloft 60% Reference: “The Antidepressant Solution” by Joseph Glenmullen, M.D.
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