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Posted by David Newhouse on February 20, 2001, at 9:04:51
Why does it seem that Zeprexa is the topic of many threads and seroquel and risperdal aren't hardly mentioned? Is Zeprexa more effective or just advertised better?
Posted by SalArmy4me on February 20, 2001, at 11:21:20
In reply to Seroquel and Risperdal verses Zyprexa, posted by David Newhouse on February 20, 2001, at 9:04:51
Zyprexa has been proven to have effects on serotonin, thus it can augment antidepressants. Another study confirmed that last year. Psychiatrists have been using it off-label for OCD, too.
Here are the advantages of Zyprexa, as opposed to most antipsychotics and antidepressants:
--It will calm you down all day; when I took it, I thought it was better than a benzo.
--It has no anticholinergic effects.
--It has no sexual side-effects .
--It will definitely help you sleep.
--Zyprexa is convienient because it is taken only once at night.
--It is covered by insurance, generally.
--It augments antidepressants.
--Despite what rumors go around, Tardive Dyskenisia on Zyprexa is rare.I took 10 mg of it at bedtime, and I had no drowsiness in the morning. I didn't have any weight gain either.
> Why does it seem that Zeprexa is the topic of many threads and seroquel and risperdal aren't hardly mentioned? Is Zeprexa more effective or just advertised better?
Posted by judy1 on February 20, 2001, at 13:40:46
In reply to Seroquel and Risperdal verses Zyprexa, posted by David Newhouse on February 20, 2001, at 9:04:51
Actually I think it's a matter of personal preference. I've taken all three, and presently take risperdal. I found seroquel the most sedating, zyprexa effective but the whole weight thing did me in, and risperdal effective but somewhat agitating. I imagine it affects everyone differently. BTW, I have a bipolar/panic disorder dx. Take care, Judy
Posted by SLS on February 20, 2001, at 14:52:46
In reply to Re: Seroquel and Risperdal verses Zyprexa » David Newhouse, posted by judy1 on February 20, 2001, at 13:40:46
Let's keep an eye on ziprasidone (Geodon).
It is supposed to be a Zyprexa without the weight gain. It would be nice.
Ziprasidone has been given final approval by the FDA. All that remains is to manufacture and distribute it. Some people expect it to become available next month.
- Scott
> Actually I think it's a matter of personal preference. I've taken all three, and presently take risperdal. I found seroquel the most sedating, zyprexa effective but the whole weight thing did me in, and risperdal effective but somewhat agitating. I imagine it affects everyone differently. BTW, I have a bipolar/panic disorder dx. Take care, Judy
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