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Schizophrenia - General Discussion in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 21, 2012

What on earth are you all talking about? Since when did an "f" diagnosis become some sort of prerequisite for getting into college? Honestly, I have to say, both you and your doctor are talking nonsense here. If you actually care about where you end up working or what you study, maybe focus on getting some treatment first—not to mention finding a decent quality of life.

Schizophrenia - General Discussion in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 20, 2012

Larry Lewis said:Wait, why on earth couldn't you get the Seroquel XR? I pick mine up at my local CVS without any drama at all, so I'm honestly scratching my head here.

Honestly, I suspect this boils down to her doctor wanting to prescribe the XR version specifically, but the diagnosis on her chart just doesn't quite justify that particular medication.

Schizophrenia - General Discussion in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 20, 2012

Aaron Bennett30 said:I was actually prescribed Seroquel XR, but I couldn't get it covered by my insurance, so she said she would give me something else that's easier to get through my prescription plan.

Look, this thread is specifically for discussing schizophrenia. You should probably head back over to your own thread and hash everything out there. Everything you're looking for is covered in that one, plus we have a dedicated topic for psychotropic meds...

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Schizophrenia - General Discussion in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 20, 2012

Aaron Bennett30 said:Exactly, and that’s precisely why I want to get better. But I'm fully aware that Prolixin is your standard antipsychotic—one of those older-generation drugs people say can actually cause holes in the brain or leave you with permanent side effects... goodness 🤷

Look, just ask your doctor why they went with a typical antipsychotic in the first place. From what I understand, those things are pretty rare nowadays—maybe only used if someone is actually hospitalized. There are so many atypical options on the market now. Sure, maybe fine-tuning the dosage is a bit more of a headache than with the old stuff, but the side effect profile is much better, especially when you consider the movement issues. And don't sweat the side effects too much... you'll probably pay a much higher price down the road if you don't get treated at all.

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Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 20, 2012

James Ramos5 said:Hey everyone. I’ve got an 11-year-old kid who’s been dealing with what looks like some pretty heavy OCD over the last few months. His psychiatrist put him on Zoloft twice a day at half a pill (though we just started with once a day) and also Klonopin twice a day at half a dose. Lately, though, the defiance has gone through the roof—he’s actually getting aggressive with me and my wife... honestly, if anyone has any advice or even just a thought, I'm all ears.

Treating kids and teenagers with psychotropic meds is such a delicate balancing act. It requires so much more caution than treating adults, really. I truly hope your son is seeing a therapist regularly, and that your psychiatrist is also a specialist trained specifically in child and adolescent psychiatry. With younger patients, you have to monitor their progress constantly—it's non-negotiable. As far as I know, there aren't actually a massive amount of clinical trials conducted specifically on children regarding Zoloft. How is the OCD manifesting? Is it more the intrusive obsessions or the repetitive compulsions? You really need to iron out all those uncertainties with your doctor. In my opinion, when it comes to kids and teens, it’s never a bad idea to seek a second opinion from another expert who might be even more specialized in this area.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 11, 2012

I suppose I should have seen this coming. It’s one of those things that just... hangs there, isn't it? You think you've got a handle on the situation, you think you've accounted for all the variables, and then—poof. Everything shifts. It’s a bit like watching a slow-motion car crash on the I-95; you know it's happening, you can see the impact coming, but there's this strange, detached feeling of being unable to intervene. Just observing the chaos. Anyway, where was I? Right. This whole mess. It's quite something, really. kaže:
Why stick around with that total fraud? Honestly, you really ought to cut ties and go find an actual expert. Believe me, I learned that the hard way... I wasted seven years of my life chasing after someone like that. Total waste.🙂🙂

Well, it really all comes down to that specific dynamic between the patient and the doctor. It’s personal. My own physician... she’s always been quite particular about what she prescribes. She’s never been one to reach for the heavy hitters—you know, things like Lorazepam, Seroquel, Oxazepam, and that whole crowd. She’s always told me, though, that she grants me a certain level of leniency in my treatment plan. I’ve been seeing her for nearly three years now. Because she knows my history—specifically how I’ve struggled with medication misuse in the past—she would never even consider giving me something like Ambien. Not a chance. Instead, she keeps me on Prazosin, just twice a day usually, maybe bumping it up to three times during the spring and fall. Apparently, those seasonal shifts are the toughest times for us folks dealing with mental health issues. And she was very blunt with me: stay on the meds for the long haul. She said she’d much rather see me staying stable than having to deal with me during an acute crisis when I'm desperate enough to start looking for prescription painkillers.

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Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Jun 2, 2012

ruggedtinker9 said:I have been prescribed 10 mg of Zyprexa... I feel somewhat numb and find myself sleeping far too much, while my drive and motivation seem to be lacking entirely. My life has changed quite significantly since I started this medication, yet I am hesitant to stop because I fear some unforeseen complication might force me back into a hospital setting again. Life can be incredibly difficult.

You really ought to talk to your doctor about adjusting the dosage. No matter how necessary the medication is, the goal should always be finding that "sweet spot"—the dose that actually works while minimizing side effects so you can, you know, actually live your life. When I was on Zyprexa, I started at 2.5 mg and eventually worked my way up to 10 mg. For me, it didn't have that sedative effect. Still, you have to give your body some time to settle into a specific dose before you start tweaking things. And since you're just starting out... well, patience is key. It took me nearly two years to finally land on the right pharmacotherapy. As for the lack of motivation, that usually improves over time, but if there isn't much you can do to offset that specific side effect, maybe the most common workaround is Wellbutrin. Regardless, your doctors are the ones you need to consult; any big decisions should be made in agreement with them. Anyway, hang in there. Good luck.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Apr 22, 2012

Larry Lewis said:I tried one pill once—and honestly, my compulsions were at an absolute rock bottom back then. I was considering asking my psychiatrist about it, but I wasn't entirely sure if the medication itself actually quelled those obsessive urges, so I ended up asking a friend to spare a couple just so I could run a little test. She gave them to me, obviously, but naturally—because my luck is just stellar—they slipped right out of my fanny pack somewhere on the street.

I'm asking because it's clearly addictive—what milligram dosage are you all taking, for how long, and what kind of effect does it actually have on you?

Right now, I’m on Diazepam for my therapy, but frankly, I drink it down like water. Even though it's prescribed at three times a day, I only take it occasionally... and when the anxiety really starts to spiral, even 20mg doesn't do a damn thing for me.

Lorazepam—specifically Lorsilan—is a incredibly potent anxiolytic. That’s why you see it used so frequently in clinical settings, mostly in hospitals. It isn't prescribed all that often, though, because it triggers tolerance and dependency remarkably fast. Personally, I built up a tolerance to lorazepam quite rapidly. If I recall correctly, I started at 2.5 mg and jumped to 7 mg in about five days. Mind you, I had already developed a tolerance to other benzodiazepine anxiolytics by then. And looking at your situation, it seems you're heading down that same path. As it stands, I have a tolerance to every benzo anxiolytic I've ever tried, and that tolerance... well, it stays with you.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Apr 21, 2012

Larry Lewis said:So, does anyone here actually have first-hand experience dealing with Lorasil?

I've used it.🙂 Is there something specific you're looking to find out?

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Apr 15, 2012

redpilot37 said:Hey, quick question about melatonin—specifically the 2 mg Circadin from Pfizer. I’ve been reading that it requires a prescription, but there isn't much info out there. Does anyone know who actually handles the prescribing? Like, can a regular GP write it, or does it have to be a psychiatrist? Also, any idea what the co-pay looks like with a prescription? Thanks.🙂

I honestly think even a general practitioner could prescribe it. As far as I'm concerned? It’s easily the most useless thing I've ever wasted my money on. $53As far as I know, it isn't on any of those insurance coverage lists, so you'll likely end up paying full price out of pocket. And if my memory serves me right, that specific medication is mostly intended for the geriatric population anyway. Honestly, you’re probably better off just picking up some 3 mg melatonin as a supplement. It makes much more sense.

Arguments with my girlfriend in Psychology & Therapy · Apr 14, 2012

She really needs some professional guidance here, and honestly, you aren’t going to find that kind of medical insight on an internet forum. You should probably nudge her toward seeing a doctor. Personally, I’d suggest she gets her hormone levels checked—especially if there's a history of thyroid issues running in the family? Just a thought, though.
Good luck.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Apr 10, 2012

wiredmason56 said:So, my doctor wrote me a script for Effexor instead of Wellbutrin, claiming they were basically the same thing, just made by different companies. 😕 I mean, she clearly doesn't get it at all, because Effexor works on serotonin and norepinephrine, while the other one hits norepinephrine and dopamine. They are two completely different beasts; she's totally lost it. 😂 Anyway, I finally took a dose after a long break and now my jaw is twitching a bit, my pupils are dilated, and I feel all restless... kind of like how Kenneth Scott41 felt on Cymbalta. 🤷

Haha, what kind of psychiatrist is that? Seriously, find yourself a new one. 😁

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 26, 2012

Kenneth Scott41 said:What you mentioned about Wellbutrin is exactly what I experience. It just speeds me up and forces me to be productive, but I don't actually feel any better emotionally.

I mean, that's pretty much common knowledge regarding Wellbutrin. Any psychiatrist worth their salt should be well aware of that side effect profile.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 24, 2012

fadedbear92 said:It’s becoming much more common nowadays to combine two different antidepressants. Personally, I take Effexor, which
keeps me alert during the day, paired with Paxil to help me wind down at night... You should definitely ask your doctor if combining two meds might be a better move if you aren't feeling 100% satisfied with just one... they really need to be careful about which specific types can be safely mixed...

Yeah, that's spot on. For the longest time, I was taking Prozac and Paxil together, and frankly, that combo was my saving grace. Usually, Wellbutrin is also prescribed alongside an SSRI. See, the thing about Wellbutrin is that it isn't exactly a "cure" for depression on its own; it's more like it masks the symptoms by boosting your drive—basically giving you back your motivation—so it's most often used as an add-on medication.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 15, 2012

Kenneth Scott41 said:How has your experience been with Wellbutrin? I'm curious if the initial side effects tend to be particularly rough when you first start taking it.

Where on earth did you even dig up this post 🙄 For me, honestly, I didn't really feel any side effects, but then again, I didn't feel any improvement either. I stayed on the Wellbutrin for a little over a month before finally calling it quits because it just wasn't doing anything for me. But hey, maybe luck is on your side and it actually works for you.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 8, 2012

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Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 25, 2012

Kenneth Scott41 said:I wonder if Effexor really is the most potent antidepressant out there. I suppose it’s safe to say that Lexapro is on the weaker side of the spectrum, isn't it?

Not really. And honestly, I feel like we've covered this ground a few times already—there’s no such thing as a single "strongest" med. It’s all just... highly individual. Everyone reacts differently. Actually, if you look at the science, escitalopram (Lexapro) might actually be considered "stronger" in its own way because it's the only allosteric SSRI. But again, I'll say it once more: it's all about how your specific body handles it.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 24, 2012

Bryan Reyes60 said:blackx, thanks for getting back to me!

So, after those few months on 300mg, did you stick with it—maybe even bump the dose up?
Or did you decide to call it quits and switch to a different antidepressant altogether?

In my case, I was taking Wellbutrin as an add-on to Paxil. I was on 60 mg of Paxil at the time, and while it felt like it was helping, it just wasn't quite doing the trick—so they brought in the Wellbutrin. When that didn't end up being the answer for me, they switched me over to Prozac.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 24, 2012

Bryan Reyes60 said:Hey everyone, good evening!🙂

Quick question for anyone who’s been on Wellbutrin:
Roughly how long does it take to actually feel a difference after bumping up the dosage???

I’ve been sticking to my starting dose (150mg XR) for about a month and a half now, but since I haven't felt any real improvement, I decided to double it starting today.😢😢>😢

Please, if anyone knows 😢 help a person out 🙏🙏🙏... seriously, this waiting game is driving me crazy.

Hope you all have a great night!

Let's be real here—upping the dose isn't some magic guarantee that you'll suddenly feel better. I was on 300 mg for over a month and honestly, felt nothing. But, if you don't notice a shift within two weeks at most, that's usually when you need to talk to your doctor about adjusting the dosage or trying something else entirely.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 17, 2012

Robin Gonzalez3 said:Hey, so my psychiatrist just put me on Priscilla extended-release 25 mg... and now I’m kind of tripping over this "extended-release" thing. Like, am I supposed to suck on it or what? Anyway—oops—just swallowed it already. xD

Ah, Empty. 🙄 Well, I used to take anywhere from 200 to 300 mg just to get some sleep, usually alongside 20 mg of Xanax. It’s a decent enough medication, really, but—and here's the kicker—it totally messed with my vision. My prescription actually went up because of it.