Posted by kid47 on October 2, 2001, at 10:37:50
In reply to Report: Had to stop Risperdal, posted by Shar on October 2, 2001, at 9:53:57
Hi Shar. Have you ever tried any of the newer mood stabilizers? Lamictal would be worth considering. Also Neurontin & Topomax might be an option. Just a thought. Take care.
krafty
> A few months back, Risperdal was added to my cocktail to try to help with the treatment resistant depression. It was a low dose (.5 mg).
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> Since then, after continuing involuntary muscle contractions, muscle weakness, and a few other things that sounded like they might be Tardive related, doc said stop.
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> So, I'm stopped and we will see what happens. I am very disappointed as the Risperdal did seem to help.
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> My current cocktail now is 400 mg Wellbutrin and 300 mg Effexor. Klonopin at night. I am hoping the black pit does not await.
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> Shar
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