Posted by SLS on December 16, 2005, at 19:39:18
In reply to Re: Just starting abilify » SLS, posted by Tepiaca on December 16, 2005, at 17:10:40
> How long have you been on meds scott?
Since 1982.
> > > Im thinking in trying Abilify. Can you describe me if it has been helpful ?
> > What exactly are you hoping that Abilify will do for you?
> to Save my life. Be able to be surrounded by people with my mind clear of intrusive thougthsI think Abilify is worth trying, especially because it does not tend to increase body weight and might have a reduced risk of producing TD. Abilify does not seem to affect the motor areas of the brain that are thought to be involved in the evolution of TD.
Be sure that you take into consideration that you might suffer some difficult side effects to deal with during the first one to two weeks. These startup side effects could include anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and a general need to keep moving. Some of this might be an episode of akathisia, but it usually disappears.
> Does it give you Sexual Side effects?No.
> > > what are you using it for?
> > Chronic severe bipolar depression
> How long have you been suffering this Scot?
I became severely depressed at age 17. I first began by seeking psychotherapy. It was useless against the depression. Then, when I was 22, I was first diagnosed as having a biological affective (mood) disorder. One doctor got it right when I was 27, but he discontinued the effective medication when I became manic. The same drugs don't work anymore. I'm 45 now.
> So you feel a little better on abilify?Yes. It helps prevent suicidal ideation and promotes motivation and perhaps mental energy.
> I hope you be okI made it through another day!
I guess that's ok.
I'll be interested to see how Abilify affects you. If you do experience the initial discomfort of akathisia and insomnia, I wouldn't know what to suggest but to know that it usually disappears within a week or two.
Good luck!
- Scott
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