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Trying To Withdraw From Effexor Prescribed For IBS. Having Dizzy, Nausea, Anxiety. Advice On Getting Off Effexor?

My daughter, 26, is trying to withdraw from Effexor, originally prescribed for strong IBS symptoms, now she is very dizzy, having nausea , feeling quite strong anxiety. Her Doctor suggested taking it every other day for 1 week . A local GNC suggested using omega 3 , B vitamins , lots of water. Any advice on how to get off Effexor?
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Effexor is a SNRI drug. It is a good anti depressant and anti anxiety drug. When taken for long time and suddenly discontinued it may lead to serotonin withdrawal syndrome. So gradual tapering to drug is advised. The method of tapering depends upon the dose of medicine used. Some doctors advocate using half the prescribed dose for about 2 weeks and then taking drug every other day for 2 week and then stopping the drug.
Omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin supplements are very useful in controlling anxiety and depressive symptoms.

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Trying To Withdraw From Effexor Prescribed For IBS. Having Dizzy, Nausea, Anxiety. Advice On Getting Off Effexor?

Hello Welcome to Health Care Magic Effexor is a SNRI drug. It is a good anti depressant and anti anxiety drug. When taken for long time and suddenly discontinued it may lead to serotonin withdrawal syndrome. So gradual tapering to drug is advised. The method of tapering depends upon the dose of medicine used. Some doctors advocate using half the prescribed dose for about 2 weeks and then taking drug every other day for 2 week and then stopping the drug. Omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin supplements are very useful in controlling anxiety and depressive symptoms. Thanks Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi