I think I found a solution

Posted by Christ_empowered on January 28, 2011, at 14:34:14

In reply to Re: drop the pills, or stick with 'em? » Christ_empowered, posted by phillipa on January 28, 2011, at 11:19:24

I thought about it, and I should probably keep myself medicated for a while. I have the potential to actually DO things--go back to school, get a job, build a life--and I don't think untreated mental illness (especially mental illness that involves hallucinations and paranoia) is conducive to a productive life.
So, here's what I'm doing: I'm not going to take Abilify for 3 days...today is day #2. This should reduce my blood levels considerably. Then, I'm going to start taking 1/2 of my 30mgs tablets (15mgs/day) as my new dose. I'm also going to drop the Celexa; it was helpful, but I'm not pleased with my drug-induced apathy and docility.
15mgs used to be the recommended starting and maintenance dose for Abilify; part of my problem, I think, is that I'm taking a full 30mgs, which would be appropriate if I had just had severe mania or something, but is overkill for maintenance. Abilify seems to work fairly quickly, so I figure that if I have breakthrough problems, like paranoia or agitation, I can always go right back up to 30mgs.
Sound good? Thanks for all the posts,everyone.

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