Tapering Dosage Pristiq

I have been on pristiq for about 8 years. I'm at 100 mg and have been for some time.
I want to drop to 50. Does anybody have experience with this?

Also, I have started losing hair after having a full head of nice hair. I know it's due to the pristiq and/or Wellbutrin (buspirone) I take. Can anybody relate?

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Most medications that have an effect on your body chemistry can cause hair loss, according to FDA reports. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache mood changes, and weight changes.

Why are you wanting to lower your dosage? What condition was it prescribed to treat?

Are you on any other medications?

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