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@akshat varma about tapering sizopin 100
Am under medication for the past 3 years actually..am feeling very good..from the beginning tslf am doing good...cos f my in laws family it went wrong that I had schizophrenia..but truth is I dont ve any psychiatric illness...cos f put the tabs only I got so many side effects like Stammering, shakeness of hands n legs, severe headache,insomnia,chronic recent memory loss,dizziness,loss of appetite,zero percent of sexual feeling etc...now am separated from my husband... So I get the chance to taper my medicines very slowly...please tell me that ll u taper sizopin 100 mg..???
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Opinion can be given after asessment and taking note of course of illness.
Without assessment and considering past history. Stopping medicines or reducing it below therapeutic level may lead to re- emergence of symptoms.
If u are concerned about any side effects that may be checked by trial of another suitable medicines.
If you are doubtful about schizophrenia. U may go for a second opinion.
Schizophrenia has different types. Prognosis depends on various factors. Many people with schizophrenia do well with their life.
Stigma towards mental health conditions are not uncommon, which acts as a barrier to our acceptance of our own health conditions.we all are fighting today.
Seeking help is strength
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seek second opinion it might give u a deeper understanding of ur condition to take better decisions
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Seperation from spouse is a stressful event. there are lot of things which may be worked out to develop support system.
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If you are under psychiatric medicine, its always best to seek opinion of your treating doctor for dose adjustment. But dose reduction should be a decision of your treating doctor considering symptom remission.
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
Neuropsychiatrist
16 yrs exp
Srinagar
Hello,
It is better to take your family along and consult your treating psychiatrist to decrease the medicine.
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Dr. Akshat Varma
Psychiatrist
5 yrs exp
Rewa
Kindly consult on private chat
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