Posted by Chris A. on April 18, 2001, at 22:08:28
In reply to Re: Treatment for Geodon induced Akathisia?, posted by SalArmy4me on April 17, 2001, at 18:58:36
Thanks for the info. I have a consult next week to find new treatment directions so will bring it up. If I'm going to take Geodon I have to do something.
Blessings,
Chris A.
> Risperdal has the same "restless" problem for some users. The basic solution is Sinemet, and the more modern solution is Mirapex (which could also help with depression, too, according to two studies). I took Mirapex while on Risperdal and that solved the problem.
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> > I stopped Geodon after twelve days because I couldn't handle the extreme inner restlessness. It made me feel desperate.
> > Are there any new, effective side-effect free ways to combat akathisia? My p
> > Doc wants me to go back on it in miniscule doses, but I am reluctant to do so.
> >
> > Thanks in advance,
> >
> > Chris A.
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