Zyprexa

I was diagnosed w/ BiPolar ten years ago and have since been taking a small dosage of zyprexa.  I'm trying to wean myself off it, but am having sleep withdrawals. Is it wise to completely go off the medication or better to lower the dosage?  Currently, I'm taking 5 mg at bedtime.   I don't suffer manically or have depressive states anymore.  I have tried this for two weeks and have had a few sleepless nights.  What should I do?

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Hi there,
I too take Zyprexia and I was on 5mg like you then weened myself down to the 2.5mg tablets.  I've tried coming off it and suffered the sleep problems too.  I'm doing well on 2.5mg and if i forget to take it I suffer.  You probably need it more then you realise and it is actually from my experience a good drug which has positive effects.  If your doing well on it then my advice is to not 'rock the boat' and enjoy a quality of life.  It wont do you any harm.  Keep your doctor and psychiatrist informed and let them help you.
Take Care,
Davina