
Can Venlafaxine Be Abruptly Discontinued?

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You have not listed the dose of venlafaxine you are taking, but generally speaking, you may have some withdrawal symptoms if you stop it suddenly, including flu-like symptoms and gastrointestinal upset. Withdrawal can be uncomfortable but it is not dangerous. Do NOT take Wellbutrin instead -- this has an entirely different type of medication compared to venlafaxine and will not help at all -- in fact, it is likely to make things worse. You will need to make an appointment with a doctor to prescribe venlafaxine, as this is the only way to avoid withdrawal, or you will simply need to tolerate it.
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