Hi. Thanks for your input. Sounds like my experience is not unique then. Things seem to have leveled off for the moment, but I'm watching cautiously....

I've actually been on Effexor before, but only lasted a few weeks due to side effects. My taper/withdrawal at that time was unpleasant, but not horrific (fortunately!). I know people can have a dreadful time with it. Anyway, this time around, I'm trying a micro-dose (12.5 mg) since my pdoc and I have since learned that I often need only pediatric doses.

rockgal