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How long does it take for the brain zaps to go away

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ron_07101
ron_07101

Ive been on venlafaxine for 12 years 150 mg. now i'am trying to get off it. This is the worst med i've ever been on . I had to take granulas out a little at a time. I got down to 15 mgs and then stopped , iI still have brain zaps. Ive had breathing problems( using inhalers) on meds for acid reflux , Since i stopped the venafaxine, I take no meds for breathing disorder or acid reflux. and my memory seems a lot better

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    james43033 ron_07101

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    I have been on 150mg venlafaxine and I have recently started to reduce the dose, under medical supervision of course. I managed to get down to 75mg with only minor withdrawals so far. I have been taking fish oils, multivitamins and ginseng. I am going to make my reduction from 75mg to 0 very slowly. Quarter of a tablet at a time. I wish you all the best for everyone trying to stop this meditation. I must say that it was excellent for my depression when I first started. I just feel I don’t need them anymore. 
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