Libra25: advice on tapering when in tolerance

[Libra25]

I'm desperate for help and advice. I've been in protracted withdrawals for almost 4 years caused by Effexor. Doctors tried to cover up the withdrawls with different drugs which made it worse. I reinstated Effexor after being drug free for 6 months as the wd were unbearable (I didn't know at the time that it was to late to reinstate) I managed to stabilize a bit but it also made things worse. After the reinstatement I became hyperactive, developed akathisia and became suicidal.

I'm at 14 mg now but I've hit tolerance. I'm dreading every time I take the dose cause I start to hallucinate when the drug kicks in. Any advice of what to do would be greatly appreciated. 
Thanks in advance. 
 

[ChessieCat]

Hi Libra and welcome to SA,

 

When did the hallucinations start?

 

Are you taking any other drugs?

 

To help us out please create your drug signature.  Thank you.

 

Instructions:  Withdrawal History Signature

Account Settings – Create or Edit a signature

 

Once we have more information we will be better able to assist.

 

Edited July 31, 2020 by ChessieCat

[composter]

Hi @Libra25 I’m following up with Chessie’s last post. Could you update your signature with your medication history? This helps us to get a better understanding of dosage changes so that we can help you. 
 

I’m sorry you are experiencing hallucinations when you take the drug. Perhaps you can share more about the current symptoms you experience. 

 

Here is a thread in hallucinations / sleep-state issues:
 

 

[ChessieCat]

Hi Libra,

 

It would be good if you could provide us with more information please.