Posted by Lao Tzu on August 18, 2013, at 11:20:47
I have had schizophrenia for about 10 years now. What really helped me was getting the antipsychotic medicine via long-acting injections every two weeks. Unlike the pills, the injections work slowly and gently, so compliance is not really an issue. Once you are stabilized on the injections, you can switch over to the pills later with your doctor's permission. After having been stable for eight years, I looked into some supplements that would help further. In addition to my antipsychotic medication, I take higher doses of B1, B2, B6, and B12, and vitamins E and C, and also fish oil. These supplements stabilize the brain further once the medication has had time to work, which is about 3 months or so. For me, I was stabilized on the medication at about 1 year. It took me longer than other people. Don't be afraid of the injections. They really help. My doctor insisted on Risperdal Consta injections every two weeks. It's no big deal, and it helps stabilize the brain. After being on the injections for about 6 years, I switched to the pills, which I am very compliant about taking everyday. I wish you all well who have this illness.
Lao
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