Posted by Chris A. on March 22, 2001, at 0:30:48
In reply to Re: I'm scared to try Geodon...KarenB, posted by Anna P. on March 21, 2001, at 11:32:26
After twelve days I am considering discontinuing Geodon. The main reason is the akathisia. It finally occurred to me today (duh), that this is the major problem I have with APs and it only exaggerates the SI, depressive and anxiety symptoms. Does anyone know if it goes away with continued use?
The other reason is sedation. It is a whole lot less sedating for me than any other AP has been, but after twelve days I am still concerned about driving. Perhaps it has more to do with the fear factor. I just don't feel quite "with it." Today was awful after upping the dose to 40 mgs last p.m. I talked with the pDoc who is taking call for mine while he gone for two weeks and he suggessted stopping it altogether. Origninally I was determined to give it a full trial, which is three weeks to me, but am having second thoughts. It was supposed to be my "miracle" med. Too much to ask.Note: My response is probably not typical, because I have always been -very- sensitive to AP side effects.
I wish the rest of you the best. Nice to see you on babble, Karen.
Chris A.
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