Taper Questions (Page 3)

Switching from Cymbalta to Pristiq?

I am going to switch from Cymbalta to Pristiq. I am wondering about others’ experiences doing this. How did you do it? Did you cross taper? I have taken 30 mgs less each day the last three days of Cymbalta. I am at 60/day right now and wondering if I can start with 25 mgs of Pristiq.

Viibryd 10mg side effects?

I have been on Viibryd 10 mg since August 16, 2022. I had to taper off Effexor 150mg before starting this medication. I feel as if I am walking around with a fish bowl of water on my head, dizzy feeling, blurry eyes, and more panic attacks then I can count. It's if I have no medication in my... read more

Tapering off Abilify what is safe dose to taper per week?

Can anyone tell me how much to taper off per couple of weeks if on 25mg of Abilify? I already started with 5mg now down to 20mg on week 2. And should I go longer than two weeks?

Tizanidine - If I am stopping tixanadine anaflex cold turkey, how long umtil withdrawls sets in?

Can I push through it or do I need to taper?

How to taper off Lamictal?

How does one "taper off" losartan? Over what period of time?

How do I safely taper off of Ativan? I am currently on 0.5mg Ativan per day and really experienced…

... harsh side effects to get down to such a low dosage. I would really love to get completely off of Ativan so that I may pursue my dream of having a family. You can't become pregnant if you are on Ativan at all. Can somebody help?

How do I taper correctly off 25 mg Seroquel at nigt ?

I have been taking Seroquel for about 6 months i started with 50mg for sleep. I weaned my self to 25mg already now i am trying to get off of these pills. I'm just really concerned how i will do without them. Like if I would have episodes again not being able to sleep or whatever else symptoms... read more

Can amitriptyline/perphenazine tablets be cut in half?

I need to taper down on this med and would like to go to 15 from 20 My Doc said go to 10 but it seems like a big jump

What is the best way to taper from 1mg of lorazepam? I have been on it for 16 months?

I actually started lorazepam to help with a relapse of a toxic fish poisoning called ciguatera which causes itching and pins and needles. I've had ciguatera for 8 years-it affects nerve endings-thus the lorazepam. When I tried to taper myself, I experienced itching, pins and needles, plus some... read more

How to taper down from 2mg of Klonopin to 1mg in one month?

I am 21 years old, 6'1", and 190 lbs and have been taking 1mg of Klonopin twice a day equalling 2mgs daily for about the past 10 months. Today I talked to my doctor about slowly tapering off and instead of perscribing me 1mg twice a day he prescribed .5mg 4 times a day as needed. I am... read more

How long does it take for 5mg of Lexapro to leave the system completely?

I've been taking Lexapro for a little over a year. I have started the taper and cut down to 5mg for a while and was wondering how much longer it will be in my system? I stopped taking it on Sunday 26th of August.

I’ve been on Klonopin for 2 months for insomnia and anxiety. I’m taking 1mg at bedtime.

I would like to stop taking it. Will I need to taper off of this low dose. She just told me to stop taking it every night and use it as needed. I’m worried about withdrawals. 12 years ago I took Klonopin 1mg at night for 1 month and had no problem stopping it. Just looking for some answers .... read more

I was taking 40 mg prednisone split in 2 doses am/pm. How to transition to taking all once a day?

I was prescribed prednisone 40 mg for severe asthma flare/cough. It is a 12 day taper down. I was taking 40 mg prednisone split in 2 doses am/pm. I just thought it would be more beneficial this way? Provide more relief throughout the 24-hour period? I am wondering if it may be better to take the... read more

I’m taking 0.5 mg clonazepam twice daily.

I would like to safely taper with minimum side effects. I have been reading different posts on this site and find it very informative. I tried once but failed. I’m interested in trying it again with 1. Bonnie 2. Magnesium powder 3. Liquid vitamins b complex. Any suggestions. Is this a good... read more