[MiaR]

I have been on meds for about 4 years off and on and I have never gotten through withdrawl before starting a new medication. I am determined to give up Effexor because of side effects, however I am concerned because everytime I try I seem to notice symptoms the same day I quit the first dose. I have been taking the maximum dose for one year. I guess it is in my head but today is my first day of trying again. In the past I felt irritable and lost my temper so I thought well I guess I need the med but now I realize it must be withdrawl. I think if I can get though it I may never need meds again. I have to quit cold turkey because if it is in my home I will take it.
So I guess I would like to know how others have dealt with withdrawl in the past. I have to be over it by Sept 18th because I return to work. Thanks for suggestions.