Withdrawal Effects

Stopping a medication too quickly can sometimes result in symptoms called a discontinuation syndrome. These symptoms vary according to the medication being stopped. It is important to talk with your healthcare provider before stopping your medication and to follow his/her instructions regarding how to gradually decrease the medication. Examples of symptoms experienced because of stopping a medication too quickly include:

• Anxiety
• Abnormal dreams
• Dizziness
• Agitation, restlessness
• Nausea, vomiting
• Sweating
• Headache
• Sensory disturbance, such as shock-like symptoms
• Tremor
• Rapid heart rate
• Relapse of manic or depressive episode