HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Addicted To Venlafaxine. How To Get Rid Of This?

default
Posted on Tue, 7 May 2013
Question: How do I stop taking. Venlafaxxine.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq Habib (1 hour later)
Hi
Welcome to XXXXXXX

It is an antidepressant drug which with prolong use develops dependence. abrupt stoppage may cause withdrawal symptoms therefore you can stop it by tapering the dose after being discussed with your doctor or you can use an alternate drug in the same group or from other groups as an antidepressant.

If you still have some query, feel free to ask

Thanks
Regards
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq Habib

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2010

Answered : 661 Questions

Ask a doctor now
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Psychiatrist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Addicted To Venlafaxine. How To Get Rid Of This?

Hi
Welcome to XXXXXXX

It is an antidepressant drug which with prolong use develops dependence. abrupt stoppage may cause withdrawal symptoms therefore you can stop it by tapering the dose after being discussed with your doctor or you can use an alternate drug in the same group or from other groups as an antidepressant.

If you still have some query, feel free to ask

Thanks
Regards