Weaning Off Pristiq For Good (Page 18) (Top voted first)

I just wanted to tell all of you trying to get off pristiq, its possible. I was on pristiq for severe panic attacks for 6 months. It saved my life. It gave me a chance to slow down my career, gave me a huge wakeup call. This drug put a cloud over my brain. I was not my happy, fun loving self. I was like a step ford wife. You can't wean off this pill. I was on 50 mg. I did every other day for a month. Every third day for two weeks then cold turkey. It really was not so bad. I layer on my couch for three days, cried a bit and watched movies. I'm happily on all holistic medications, no longer a slave to Pristiq. If I can beat anxiety, anyone can. My biggest advice.. Exercise. Next, surround yourself with positive people. Three, talk out your problems. Good luck.

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Does anyone know if you can halve or dissolve Pristiq? I have been told previously that this is not an option however I really don't see any other way. I have tried taking Pristiq on alternate days and the head spins are just too much for me. I work full time and drive an hour to and from work each day, I find myself unable to concentrate properly on my driving whilst suffering from the withdrawls. I have been on this medication for 4 years now and I would really like to stop. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

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Did you ever get to the point where you didn't feel any side affects from going off pristiq? If so, how many weeks did it take you?
Thanks, julethecool

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yes Julie you will be symptom free! I'm sure it varies from person to person, but it took my daughter about 1 month. She is doing awesome! She didn't think she'd ever be free of pristiq... Hang in there you can do it!

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I have been on Pristiqu 50 mg for about 7 years, not sure what life will be like for me, I got on in because I was very angry & couldn't think, trying to run a business & being a single mum too many pressures at the time I think!
I just went 48 hrs without a pill by accident & ended up a blubbering mess at a train station having anxiety attack, I felt like a druggo really messed up! Never contemplated getting off before but this is s***! Terrified to get off! Any suggestions?

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Did any of you go to doctor and asked his advise on getting off the pristiq?

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Yes, he advised to stay on it if there was no reason to come off

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Jenny, do you function well while on it? If so, maybe it is good for you. It completely changed my daughter, was not good. I hope you are doing better than the day you posted about missing a dose.

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I have been weaning off Pristiq for about a month starting with every second day and then every third day. Not I am onto once a week and the brain zaps are not great. I have them evertime I move and it is not fun. I am hoping this does not comtinue for long.

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You can do it! My daughter almost caved at day 4, but she didn't. She is no longer a Pristiq zombie, six months free. She found acupuncture very helpful. Stay strong...God bless

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I am not sure if this will be read since it is over 6 months old... BUT→How long after stopping Pristiq did you begin using holistic 'medication'? Also, I am unable to find the ER 911 spray that you mentioned, but did find some sprays with herbs (stems, leaves and flower petals too) that are said to 'ease everyday stress'... What is the main ingredient in the ER 911? I am very curious...

Thanks in advance for any info!

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HELP! I only have 2 Pristiq pills left and my Dr.s receptionist gave me a few samples, but said they have not been getting more samples and that she gave me all they have. I really NEED this for Major Depressive Disorder and before when I was off of it for a week, my Daughter said that if I did not get back on it, she was moving out until I did. Right now I have VERY IMPORTANT things I HAVE to get done and I can not function without taking Pristiq. I there any way to get free for the time it takes to apply to Pfizer and them to answer and get meds. to me, I really need help or suggestions fast. Can anyone help me? Thank You ahead of time!

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I hope you get help! God bless!

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How can I taper off fine. I have two weeks worth left 50 a day and want off. Each pill is 2.57 each I can not afford more.

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There are many suggestions in past posts that will help. daughter split her 50's until gone than went thru a very difficult 4 days, on day 4 went to an acupuncturist that specializes in drug withdrawal..... instant relief for her. She was on academic detention last year and just received her fall grades...all B's and A's.....brand new girl. Still suffers with sherry, but learning to handle stress with proper eating, exercise and being less hard on herself and others. You can do it!!!! Don't expect it to be easy though. Good luck and God bless!

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will be praying for you! you will make it through this keep going!!!

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Are you sure cold turkey is best? I have a nurse friend and suggested taking half, going down to a very low dosage. Then stopping. I was only on 25 a day, so I have gone down to 12.5. Then after I feel adjusted, I will go every other day until cold turkey. You may want to try this and exercise daily. I hope you can find a way to help you get over this. I know the feeling, it made me not like myself. I used to never get upset or not much. If I did get upset, it was sadness, not anger. I think it has the effect on me of stress and anger. So I like you want to get over this stuff soon and deal with my depression/stress in ways such as exercise, encouraging people and prayer.

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Keep going....you'll get past the withdrawals and it will be just a bad memory. Might seen insurmountable now, but it will pass! God bless

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Thank you for the update. Glad to hear that you're doing ok. Soon you'll be free! Please keep me posted and continue to believe. You're doing heart! My thought and prayers are with you.

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Dear Kathy, You are right about everything! Read through the comments, you'll find much help. It will be very difficult, but will get better :) Acupuncture, exercise and eating well really helped.my daughter. God bless!

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I have gone of prestiq after being on the drug for 3 years. with the great help of dr. john grey,s utube video I suggest you watch his video on utube.

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