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Pregabalin reduction and withdrawal symptoms

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elizabeth112
elizabeth112

I want to get off pregabalin, which I was originally prescribed for generalized anxiety, and I'm finding it not very effective, which make the side effects not worth it- but I have been worried about withdrawal symptoms, as I was also taking Duloxetine (Cymbalta) which had to be stopped over Xmas cold turkey, due to Serotonin syndrome developing. My experience of withdrawal then was horrendous (even though my GP says withdrawal isn't a problem!) and I've been told those from Pregabalin are even worse. At the moment, I take 150mg morning and evening. I know it's important to go very slowly, but what dose reduction is least likely to cause severe withdrawal symptoms, and do withdrawal symptoms resolve once an initial reduction has been stabilized? Are there any useful websites or forums where I can find out more?

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  • jordan68172
    jordan68172 elizabeth112

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    Hi Elizabeth, I would get your doctor to prescribe you 25mg doses & drop down 25mg every 1-2 weeks, depending if you get withdrawals, go slow & listen to your body.

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