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    How do I come off 50mg of Sertraline?

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    I've been on Sertraline for about 4 months and do not think I need it any more. My doctor switched me to pristiq two weeks ago due to side-effects, though he gave me the option of coming off altogether. I've been seeing a counsellor through this period and worked through the issues that I believe fuelled the depression.
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    It is good to read that seeing a counsellor has helped you.

    Generally coming off psych meds is a matter of tapering off rather than abrupt cessation (going “cold turkey”). Your doctor should be able to draw up a tapering off schedule for you.

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