Skippy: Severe migraines and tension headaches after stopping

[Skippy]

Hi. I was after some advice. 6 months ago tapered off venlafaxine and amitriptyline since then I have terrible headaches and esr pressure. Was wondering  if anyone else has similar experience 

[getofflex]

Hello, and welcome to SA.  We are a peer owned and run forum of people who have been or are getting off of psychiatric drugs.  I don't know what ESR stands for.  I'm sorry you are having terrible headaches.  I would suggest you see a doctor to rule out any other causes.  Many other people going through psych med withdrawal experience headaches.  

 

Migraine, Headache, etc.

 

First of all, can you please give us specific information about your drug history?  Please read the link below for instructions.  This will allow us to give you the best guidance.  Please give us the dates, doses, and drug names of your drug tapers.  Thank you. 

 

How to List Drug History in Signature

 

This helps you understand what withdrawal syndrome is: 

 

What is Withdrawal Syndrome?

 

Here is some information about how these drugs actually work.  

 

How Psychiatric Drugs Remodel Your Brain

 

When we recover, there are times of feeling OK mixed in with times of feeling bad.  This is called windows and waves.

 

Windows and Waves Pattern of Stabilization

 

Here are some techniques to cope with symptoms: 

 

Non Drug Ways to Cope with Withdrawal Symptoms

 

 

We don't suggest many supplements, but 2 that many of us find helpful are magnesium and omega-3 fish oil. Here are the links for info about those. It is suggested to add one at a time, and start with a low dose to see how it affects you. 

 

Magnesium

Omega 3 Fish Oil

 

I've given you quite a bit of information here.  Please read through it, and mull it over, and we will take it from there. In the meantime, take care of yourself, and take heart.  We in this forum have been through this, and we understand first hand the pain and discomfort you are going through.  Please know that the brain is amazing in it's healing abilities.  It takes time, but healing can and will happen. 

[Skippy]

Topic title:  Flu like symptoms 6 months after stopping amitriptyline

 

Hi. Is it possible to experience flu like symptoms 6 months after stopping amitriptyline 

 

Edited April 9, 2021 by ChessieCat
added topic title before merging with Intro

[ChessieCat]

I have moved your new post to your Introduction topic.  This topic is the best place for you to ask questions about your own situation and to journal your progress.  This way your history will be in one place and you will not have to repeat your story.

 

Before we can assist you further we need more information about your drug history.  Please create your drug signature following these instructions:

 

Instructions:  Withdrawal History Signature