Venlafaxine
"Disclaimer: This is only general information. Consult a doctor before making any changes to your medications.

If you're trying to get off antidepressants, it may be easier to FIRST switch to an antidepressant other than venlafaxine. A different antidepressant may be easier to withdraw from. Some doctors will allow you to switch antidepressants in a process that does not require a full withdrawal from the first drug, before starting the next one . My doctor allowed this and it was relatively easy, but it can be dangerous if not done properly.

I'm currently giving venlafaxine a second try. It worked well but i switched drugs because of side effects."