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Paranoid schizophrenia
I was sufferring with paranoid schizohrenia. Doctor given m resperidone 3 mg. I am taking it for the past 4 months but it caused erectyle dysfunction in me. Can you suggest any good alternative for resperidone?
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Risperidone, while effective, can sometimes cause side effects like sexual dysfunction. Alternatives do exist (such as aripiprazole or lurasidone), which may have a lower risk of this problem, but the choice depends on your overall mental health condition, response to treatment, and medical profile.
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Do not stop or change medication on your own. Please discuss this concern with your treating psychiatrist, as they can assess whether dose adjustment, switching to another antipsychotic, or adding supportive treatment is appropriate.
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Side effects are common with long-term medications, but they can often be managed. Maintain open communication with your doctor and avoid sudden discontinuation, as that may worsen symptoms.
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