Posted by ed_uk on November 26, 2004, at 15:25:01
In reply to Re: Jeroen, posted by Jeroen on November 26, 2004, at 14:38:22
Hello Jeroen it's Ed,
Do you see a psychiatrist? When you mentioned buying the Geodon online I wondered whether you bought the other antipsychotics as well or whether they were prescribed by your doctor.
You said you suffer from paranoia and are socially withdrawn. Do you have a diagnosis? Could you describe your symptoms in a little more detail?
The problem with Zyprexa is that it can actually cause tardive dyskinesia in rare cases. You need to discuss with your doctor whether it is necessary for you to continue the Zyprexa.
In England, clozapine (Clozaril) is sometimes used to treat tardive dyskinesia in people who require continued antipsychotic treatment. Quetiapine (Seroquel) is sometimes used as an alternative. On the other hand, if antipsychotic medication is no longer needed, the best way to ensure improvement in tardive dyskinesia might be to stop all antipsychotic medication. If what you are experiencing is blepharospasm, several treatments are available as I mentioned earlier. Your neurologist can tell you more.
I'm not surprised that Akineton aggravated your symptoms. Akineton is mainly used to treat acute extrapyramidal side effects. It is rarely effective for tardive dyskinesia.
I honestly believe that your symptoms will improve in time. If spontaneous improvement does not occur, your neurologist should be able to help you. If you look up blepharospasm on Google you can read about the treatments which are available.
Best Wishes,
Ed.PS. Geodon isn't available in England either.
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