"i had a major breakdown and was put on 50mg pristiq, increased to 100mg. i noticed an immediate improvement (on the 50mg) because it stopped the uncontrollable crying. i have been on the medication for 2.5 years but got severe headaches if i missed a pill. i reduced the dosage to 50mg for a year and still got headaches and dizziness if i missed a pill. so, as i am no longer depressed i am coming off this medication. i reduced the dose to 1 tablet every second day for 2 weeks and this is now the 3rd week.i have now been without the tablets for 4 days and have noticed quite a lot of dizziness but no more headaches. i am feeling good about myself and have returned to my positive outlook on life. i am happy to be coming off this medication."