2007-06-05 17:21:48 · 3 answers · asked by aussygirl87 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
You don't mention the reason, but if for depression related to bipolar disorder please check out the medication guidelines at http://www.bpkids.org/site/PageServer?pagename=com_index_28#treatment
These are intended for ages 6-17, but likely have useful information nonetheless.
2007-06-05 17:27:45 · answer #1 · answered by Curious-1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have just searched in my handy-dandy meds book and I am
going to proceed cautiously. This is a heavy duty drug and I
sure hope you had thorough exams and reasons for it being
prescribed. You need a 2nd opinion from a qualified doctor
that handles your specific disease. I will not mention the
disease because this is highly personal.
I will refer you to a great book that gives lots of information,
including all known side-effects. You will usually find it close
to the Pharmacy at any large drug store. It's called:
THE PILL BOOK and is published by Bantam Books in the
U.S. It costs about $7.00.
I would recommend this book for anyone using prescription
medications. P.S. Get the 12th edition, which is the latest.
2007-06-06 00:56:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of side effects? Tremor, fatigue, weight gain, what?
I've tried Geodon, but it gave me heart arrythmias. I took Zyprexa, but I gained 50 lbs on it. I haven't taken risperdone.
I'm back on Seroquel, and am happy with it.
Talk to your psychiatrist about your options.
2007-06-06 00:28:28 · answer #3 · answered by boogeywoogy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋