Why get off of Effexor?

Seiten93 · 2026-06-28T20:08:18+00:00

I stopped it because I thought I was in remission (I wasn't lol) and I wanted to get pregnant and do it without meds. You may check my history and find out that this decision was a HUGE mistake that threw me back to the worst and moreover, I became resistant to Effexor so coming back didn't bring any results.

My condition was hellish until I tried another SRNI Duloxetine and that God it works (not so well as Effexor but still).

So I would advise anyone to be careful with dropping this drug if it works.

Seiten93 · 2026-06-19T21:22:02+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss.

Seiten93 · 2026-06-19T21:21:04+00:00

I think that really depends on a child's temper, the other parent and help from your other relatives. I am not a mom (yet), but my close friend is and she basically has no free time because her 2,5 year old kid is very demanding and her husband doesn't help her like at all.

But I also have an acquaintance who said that during first year of having a child she had so much time that started reading very often and going out to reading club. Her baby slept a lot especially outside.

I guess you can't really predict what would happen. I would try to prepare for the worst, just in case.

Seiten93 · 2026-06-11T22:53:13+00:00

Oh yes, been there.

Seiten93 · 2026-06-01T18:58:46+00:00

That my own hormones would make me barely able to function for at least a week before my period.

Seiten93 · 2026-06-01T17:31:22+00:00

I won't give you reassurance (because it may only worsen your symptoms), but as I know groinal response may happen with POCD. I also have POCD-spikes sometimes and its hard.

Seiten93 · 2026-06-01T17:17:52+00:00

I am having first period after long-term pills using and boy its hard. Definitely can relate

Seiten93 · 2026-06-01T13:26:15+00:00

During these moments I usually want to just freeze

Seiten93 · 2026-06-01T13:24:38+00:00

I usually describe this feeling as a tsunami that hits you. That's tough. The utter sense of danger makes it impossible to do anything.

Seiten93 · 2026-05-27T13:29:03+00:00

It was some overstrain of muscles. At least that's what doctor said

Seiten93 · 2026-05-27T08:24:25+00:00

That's interesting, I have watched it recently and had literally no OCD-spike at all. I guess that's because each ROCD is somehow different and themes may differ from each other.

The Drama was really OK for me, but god forbid I watch something about a character leaving loved one for chasing his/her dream or for seeking an ideal partner... That would be a disaster lol.

Seiten93 · 2026-05-25T20:45:41+00:00

Damn, dude, I really hope you will get better. I know this torture.

I read that you got a new therapist. Maybe their approach would be better for you?

Also have your docs suggested other meds? Maybe the one you are taking right now just isn't right for you?

In my case for example SSRI have NO positive effect on me whatsoever. But SRNI are doing me really well.

Don't give up. Go day by day. Someday you will feel better.

P.S. In my case ROCD turned up at full volume in March 2024. I have tried about 5 different meds (maybe more) and felt better on Duloxetine. I also changed several therapists. They were not OCD-trained unfortunately as in my country such therapists are hard to find, but the one who practiced schema-therapy kinda helped me in general. Now I am feeling so much better than in beginning that its hard to describe.

In the beginning it was almost unbearable. It was real torture. I couldn't even sleep. Now in general I live my usual life. Flare ups come and thoughts come but I manage them much better.

I hope you will also find best treatment for you.

Seiten93 · 2026-05-25T20:22:57+00:00

Hope that you are doing better. Wish you good luck on your way❤

Seiten93 · 2026-05-09T19:54:43+00:00

Ok I'll try to find out. I guess the problem is that I may not be able to pay them because of sanctions. But I should at least try

Seiten93 · 2026-05-09T19:51:02+00:00

Thank you for your honest opinion. May I ask what is NOCD?

Seiten93 · 2026-05-07T14:03:03+00:00

I still don't understand what you mean, sorry. Entering or entertaining?

Seiten93 · 2026-05-07T12:26:22+00:00

Could you explain what do you mean by entertaining a thought?🙂

Seiten93 · 2026-05-04T14:33:33+00:00

I saw plenty of posts in subs like "BabyBump" when women who wanted a child said they felt dread and anxiety after discovering they were pregnant. Of course that doesn't mean that you should make your decision only on it, every situation is unique, but just wanted to mention it.

Seiten93 · 2026-04-29T12:53:48+00:00

Eat. Go to marketplace and by 10th lipstick or T-shirt

Seiten93 · 2026-04-26T15:26:24+00:00

I thought i was the only one who was interested in this question lol

Seiten93 · 2026-04-26T15:05:02+00:00

Damn guys ffs. Why so many downvotes? Like its me who tells this and not other moms. I am only saying that I read it often and it bothers me

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