Posted by SLS on November 25, 2000, at 8:39:49
In reply to Risperdal Zyprexa questions.Andrew,Cam,SLS,anyone, posted by JohnL on November 23, 2000, at 6:57:14
John,
You'll never know until you try. Sometimes you gotta' say the hell with theory. Perhaps you can start off by adding the lowest starting dosage of Risperdal or Zyprexa (0.25mg and 2.5mg respectively) while still maintaining the amisulpride. After five days to seven days, you can then discontinue the amisulpride and hope the new drug prevents relapse. Just a thought.
For the week that I took Risperdal, I expereienced a noticeable negative change in both the "resting-state" and degree of tumescence of my penis. It is very possible that this would dissipate within a few weeks. I had no such side effect from Zyprexa. On the contrary, the brief antidepressant response I gleaned at 2.5mg revitalized my appetite and performance.
I wish that I could provide you with a "longer"-term observation.
I have decided to switch from Zyprexa to Risperdal as of tonight. If you want, I'll keep you informed on how things go.
For you, I think Zyprexa makes the most sense to try first, especially since gaining weight is not an issue with you.
- Scott
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