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any reviews on RISPERIDONE
I was switch to this medication today is anybody else takin this any medication?
I took it for about a year and did really well on it except for the weight gain. Once I was switched to geodon the weight came off. A lot of side effects diminish over time. Maybe that will happen with the brain fog.
I have been taking Risperdal four about 4 years. I was started on 4mg and it completely stopped my periods, caused me to lactate, my boobs doubled in size and it caused me to snore like crazy. At first my doctor thought I was starting menopause and ran blood work to see if that was the case. The blood test results were negative. Finally it was determined that the Risperdal caused my problems. After that my dose was lowered to 2mg and my periods came back, lactating stopped but my boobs stayed the larger size. My husband is very happy about that. But my snoring is still out of control. Recently my dose was lowered to 1mg nightly.
The side effects of Risperdal are horrid. Oh and I also gained 20lbs from taking it with Lithium ER, Celexa, Gabapentin and Valium.
Just educate yourself completely about Risperdal and all Bipolar medications you are currently taking or medications you maybe thinking about trying.
The side effects of Risperdal are horrid. Oh and I also gained 20lbs from taking it with Lithium ER, Celexa, Gabapentin and Valium.
Just educate yourself completely about Risperdal and all Bipolar medications you are currently taking or medications you maybe thinking about trying.
Sorry about the length of my reply. I knew it may be too much because I had a lot of trouble reading, writing, and talking. Brain fog is right. People going through chemotheraphy go through ot too most of the time. The call it fuzzy brain or chemo brain. My sister went through it with chemotherapy years after I had it. Hang in there. I know it's more than miserable.
thank you for your response if I dont write much is because my brain is a...fog I feel.numb but readin you has made me cry I appreciate all of you takin the time to read and answer this will.get me through the night!!
I took risperidone (risperdal) off and on for many years. It helped calm down my irritation, anger and psychotic symptoms--hallucinations and delusions. I started on a small dose 1 mg then 2mg. I climbed to 6 mg until my prolactin level went way past 1000, and my gynecologist went up in arms about it because it completely stopped my menstruation. It got lowered to 4 mg. My menstrual cycles stopped with it, it was my choice to live with that, although I did take a "risperdal holiday" twice a year to prevent me from having thick uterine wall buildup, because my gynecologist was worried about the possibility that that would increase my risk to uterine cancer. She wanted me to have a period 4 times a year. I compromised with 2 a year. I haven't been on risperdal for months now. I was on it, off and on for 13 years. Most people I knew took 1mg to 4 mg. I generally require high dosages with my meds.
Btw, I went through that severe forgetfulness period you were describing before, that can go hand in hand with the lack of concentration and focus. My concentration and focus went out the door with my primary problem --the severe depression--of the bipolar cycle. It was worsen by not sleeping for weeks to months. At the most, I only got 2 hours of sleep occasionally during that time. It's also possible some of the various meds I was on cause some forgetfulness effect. I do remember my doctor saying my forgetfulness was probably due to a med I was taking. I forgot what med it was, it was years ago.,Like you, I went through the frustration and disappointment when meds didn't work, worked some but not enough, bad side effects or whatever the reason I was off of them. Most of the time, it was his decision to take me off a med or meds. There were a few times the side effects were so bad that I called him and told him I needed to get off of it and why. As agreed, I never got off a medication without him knowing about it.
What you said in your previous post, I pretty much felt the same way. The only difference was that I did "go out the window," so to speak. I wouldn't recommend it---very strongly. Learn from my mistake. In a split second before "hitting the pavement" the thought crossed my mind that "this was a bad idea," but it was too late by then. Luckily, I survived with not much permanent physically or mental disability. It made my situation worse. If I was sick of doctors, therapy, side effects and whatever before that action, It was worse after. When I got better, I appreciated the support I got. Although, I did stop going to therapy after 5 years when I felt I was all "therapied out." I only go when I feel I need support now, or when I want to learn a new coping skill.
I had to accommodate myself with the forgetfulness, which I didn't get again, until I started another drug I was on. I had to have a routine every day . I had to wear my keys on a larnyard around my neck or with a sturdy string or chain in a bag that was big enough for me not to lose. I tried my best not to be rushed and I didn't multi-task. It was very disabling and it's a lot of work. . I learned to be obsessive-compulsive out of necessity. I became a constant double checker. I took pictures with my phone where left something. I had small notes taped up all over the house to remind me to turn off the stove, close and lock the door, etc. In even made daily videos reminding me to do something. When I completed a task or mailed a bill, I had to check it off a list taped to my bedroom door to remind me that I did it so I didn't have to wonder if I did so or so I don't have to look for it thinking I lost it.
I love automatic deposits and electronic bill payments. It was one less thing to worry about. Friends and family knew what I was going through and helped me remember where I put things. Driving was too dangerous. Taking the bus made me anxious because i was afraid I would forget something on there, especially when it was crowded, so I walked. Glad that is over with. I am also glad I'm alive.
Btw, I went through that severe forgetfulness period you were describing before, that can go hand in hand with the lack of concentration and focus. My concentration and focus went out the door with my primary problem --the severe depression--of the bipolar cycle. It was worsen by not sleeping for weeks to months. At the most, I only got 2 hours of sleep occasionally during that time. It's also possible some of the various meds I was on cause some forgetfulness effect. I do remember my doctor saying my forgetfulness was probably due to a med I was taking. I forgot what med it was, it was years ago.,Like you, I went through the frustration and disappointment when meds didn't work, worked some but not enough, bad side effects or whatever the reason I was off of them. Most of the time, it was his decision to take me off a med or meds. There were a few times the side effects were so bad that I called him and told him I needed to get off of it and why. As agreed, I never got off a medication without him knowing about it.
What you said in your previous post, I pretty much felt the same way. The only difference was that I did "go out the window," so to speak. I wouldn't recommend it---very strongly. Learn from my mistake. In a split second before "hitting the pavement" the thought crossed my mind that "this was a bad idea," but it was too late by then. Luckily, I survived with not much permanent physically or mental disability. It made my situation worse. If I was sick of doctors, therapy, side effects and whatever before that action, It was worse after. When I got better, I appreciated the support I got. Although, I did stop going to therapy after 5 years when I felt I was all "therapied out." I only go when I feel I need support now, or when I want to learn a new coping skill.
I had to accommodate myself with the forgetfulness, which I didn't get again, until I started another drug I was on. I had to have a routine every day . I had to wear my keys on a larnyard around my neck or with a sturdy string or chain in a bag that was big enough for me not to lose. I tried my best not to be rushed and I didn't multi-task. It was very disabling and it's a lot of work. . I learned to be obsessive-compulsive out of necessity. I became a constant double checker. I took pictures with my phone where left something. I had small notes taped up all over the house to remind me to turn off the stove, close and lock the door, etc. In even made daily videos reminding me to do something. When I completed a task or mailed a bill, I had to check it off a list taped to my bedroom door to remind me that I did it so I didn't have to wonder if I did so or so I don't have to look for it thinking I lost it.
I love automatic deposits and electronic bill payments. It was one less thing to worry about. Friends and family knew what I was going through and helped me remember where I put things. Driving was too dangerous. Taking the bus made me anxious because i was afraid I would forget something on there, especially when it was crowded, so I walked. Glad that is over with. I am also glad I'm alive.
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