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Antipsychotics
Antipsychotic is a tranquilizing psychiatric medication that gives calming effect and is used to treat psychotic conditions such as delusions, disordered thought and hallucinations. Antipsychotic drugs also a number of undesired effects such as lowered life expectancy and weight gain.
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Why would a 12-year-old be prescribed risperdal adderall and depakote?
I agree with others, somehow the drs. have dx adhd, but depakote is also for bipolar disorder, they do prescribe Ritalin with lithium also, it would depend on how long your child has been on these med's and is it helping? depakote can upset your stomach, lithium will make you very tired if you are not bipolar. it may be they are trying to figure out what is wrong. I would just try the depakote alone or the risperdal alone and see if any results. Does the adderall work, usually they rx Klonopin with adderall or Ritalin if you get too nervous, not all adhd people have psychotic episodes, if you feel uncomfortable with all these med's go to a different doctor a specalist. I do not trust all these drugs they are giving out anymore.
ANSWERUNFORTUNATELY, kids are being given strong medication at a younger and youngerage these days. Somewhere along the line, a physician diagnosed the child withADD/ADHD (attention deficit disorder/attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)and was prescribed Adderall, a stimulant. In children, stimulants are known tohave the opposite effect than an adult. So, theoretically, the stimulant slowsdown a child, and helps them concentrate and 'stay on task'. As for the other two drugs, the child was, at some point, diagnosed with a behavior disorder ie..aggressiveness towards others, self-abuse, inappropriate bursts of anger, or insome way a danger to him/herself and others around them. Risperdal is in a class of drugs called 'anti psychotics'. It is also prescribed for schizophrenia. Depakote or Depakene is primarily used to treat epilepsy, but isalso frequently used for behavior disorders and/or acute manic depression.This 12 year old is on a strong cocktail of meds, and if it were up to me, I would have the child re-evaluated, and find out exactly why and how much medication they actually need, and also try and find out the root cause of thebehavior problems. A good neurologist would be a good place to start and alsoa physician who has experience with adolescent behavior disorders. Behaviormodification techniques, when applied appropriately, could possibly help asmuch or more than medication. Hope This Helps.<TIPS: Read all your labels. Treat your child like they were a diabetic and get diabetic jams, keep them away from candy, pop, sweetened juice (stick with acidic juices low in sugar and if very young these acidic juices can be watered down.) Remember, there are so many hidden sugars in many things we eat so really read those labels then jot down the brand name you choose and your next shopping trip will be easier. Most children really don't care for veggies so make cheese sauces (kids generally love cheese) or make funny faces out of the vegetables (anything to get them to eat it.) Be careful with fruits too. Many parents give their children bananas and they are great for potasium, but high in sugar so give them a very small one once or twice a week. Grapes are also high in sugar. It wouldn't hurt your whole family to go on this type of diet (no sugar). The average person in the U.S. and Canada eats 15 - 18 lbs. of sugar a year!!! The next time you are in the grocery store check out how much sugar that is in a given year! After my girlfriend took sugars away from her son he was like a different child. He became calm, was smiling instead of crying and having fits of temper and his grades went up and he got along well with other children. He is now 25 years old and he has told me if he falls off the wagon and has 2 Pepsi's instead of one he gets moody, argumentative, and just plain miserable and he goes right back on his no sugar diet.
See another specialist (DO NOT TAKE YOUR CHILD OFF THE MEDICATIONS THEY ARE ON, ON YOUR OWN!) Discuss it with your doctor and he will work with you. Be firm about taking your child off the meds and trying the no sugar diet. If you don't feel there is an improvement in 2 months then go back to the specialist and back on the meds.
Good luck!
ONE MORE THOUGHTIn regards to the first poster, the above poster is correct. NEVER take a child(or anyone else) off medication without supervision of a physician. Changing and or reducing medication must be done slowly, in incriments, under a doctorscare. If you feel strongly about taking a child off of meds, be insistant andremember, it is YOUR child. Changing medicton or eliminating medication canhave serious effects if not done correctly. On another note, a syndicatedcolumn written by a physician, claims a very high success rate with his diet,which he calls "NO SUGAR - NO FLOUR". For overweight children and adults,anecdotal comments from his readers claim a high rate of success for losing weight, and this I'm sure will help with the "no sugar" idea from an aboveposter advocating eliminating sugar from a child's diet, to improve behavior.................BEST WISHES FOR A NEW YEAR...........<<It amazes me that if a "boy is to be a boy and a little over-active" some parents find this discouraging and a drain on their energy and it wasn't so long ago that some mothers would actually sedate their children! It's sad because the children look up to us for the decision making and it's time for this mom to forget about what she is doing and start paying attention to her child and trying other sources (such as the no sugar diet) for her son. Have that talk with her. Start out by saying "I just noticed your sons behavior has changed ........" You have every right to say something since you are looking after him.
Good luck
Is Abilify that expired in 2005 ok to take?
Would you food that expired in 2005? I wouldn't even eat army dehydrated food that did expired 4 years ago ... Although the expired drugs are sometimes still both efficient and safe after a couple of months or a year after the printed expiry date, for sure, you don't want to be taking those pills. Even if they were never opened (blisters OR bottles). The compounds or excipients in the pill can become toxic overtime plus the efficacy will be greatly diminished and thus, it's not worth the risk at all.
When in doubt, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
Drug test in 12 days took a 400mg seroquel will you pass?
Well I should lie to you and state you will fail the test but is is highly unlikely. Very few drugs stay in your system for 12 days after use. Also it is highly unlikely you will be tested for it. It's abuse is just starting to show up in medical journals. You are aware people have developed type II diabetes and even death from it's abuse?
What foods should one avoid while taking lithium carbonate for mental disorder?
While taking lithium carbonate, it's advisable to avoid foods high in sodium, as they can affect lithium levels in the body. Additionally, limit caffeine intake, as it may lead to increased side effects and affect mood stability. Staying hydrated is essential, so avoid excessive amounts of alcohol and ensure consistent fluid intake to prevent dehydration, which can also impact lithium levels.
I been on abilify and effexor I just feel chill but problem is that if you stoputaking them u feel drowsy and more anxious I even had felt my legs stiff while walking...
Should a person who is already a insulin dependent diabetic start seroquel xr 50 mg?
Risky
Studies have linked Seroquel use to diabetes, a condition that causes people to fail to properly process glucose, the chemical in the body commonly called blood sugar. The digestive tract converts the food we eat into glucose, and the circulatory system carries it throughout the body to fuel cellular respiration and growth. The pancreas secretes a hormone called insulin that allows the cells to draw out the glucose they need for energy. Some drugs, like Seroquel, increase cellular insulin resistance, which makes it more difficult for the cells to draw blood sugar out of the blood. This in turn causes unhealthy levels of sugar to build up in the bloodstream, which, if unchecked, can become fatal.
Is ok to take seroquel Cymbalta vicodin soma singular everyday?
It would be okay to take these drugs together if your doctor prescribed them all together. Many of these medications increase the side effects of one another, so it is important that your doctors are aware of all that you are taking and that you are monitored on a regular basis while taking this combination.
Will seroquel show up in a standard drug test 4 days after it was taken?
seroquel is not detectable on a drug screen. It is neither an opiate or benzo
Can you take seroquel and Tylenol together?
Seroquel is in a class of medications known as anti psychotics. Tylenol is a fever reducer and a mild pain reliever. It is safe to take Seroquel and Tylenol together.
Not at all. However, the condition that you are taking the geodon to treat is not going to go away, so if you stop taking it, your symptoms will seem worse after you've been better.
I take this med and if I miss a dose I get really ill, severe headache and vomiting. This happens every time I miss a dose. I have talked with other people who have the same withdrawal symptoms from this med.
The generic drug cetirizine is an allergy drug better known by the brand name Zyrtec.
risk of 3mg risperidone, 60mg Prozac, and 1mg clonazepam
seroquel and the other atypical antipsychotic medications do not actually cause diabetes. what they do is cause carbohydrate cravings and large appetites. Thsi causes weight gain and in tern perdisposes the person to type II diabetes. the cravings and appetite increases can be helped by watching what a person eats, exercise and if possible taking th whole dose at night so the largest part of the cravings happens when the person is sleeping. A Psychiatric Nurse
ANSWER Seroquel does indeed cause the blood sugar to be raised, as proven by medical research in which psychiatrically hospitalized diabetics were given Seroquel and then placed on a strict, supervised diet. The blood sugar readings were higher than they should have been based on the diet and activity and diabetic medications being used. Please provide a citation to the above information, answer 2.
What to do if you take geodon and marijuana?
Depending on your condition, enjoy the high or else stay away! It's pretty nice actually. I find that 1 hit is enough to get me high for 4 hours while I'm on Geodon, but that's because my receptors are just awesome like that. And when I smoke a lot, it is not as enjoyable. Do not do it if you are older though, because then you just risk heart problems. Do not smoke and drive until you have established stability of some sort. I'm on a 1-year hiatus but I take Geodon for anxiety so it might be different if you have paranoia naturally.
Monolitum is a proton pump inhibitor which prevents the stomach from producing acid. It is manufactured by TAP Pharmaceutical Products. Monolitum has been marketed for many years and is one of several PPI's available
Is haldol an antipsychotic medication?
Yes, it is. It is an antipsychotic medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia, acute psychosis, mania, delirium, tics in Tourette syndrome, choreas, nausea and vomiting in palliative care, intractable hiccups, agitation and severe anxiety.
What could happen if i Accidentally took seroquel and Adderall xr?
Accidently, call poison control, call your doctor. To prevent accidents write down what you are taking on a calender or notepad for the day
No.
Haldol (haloperidol) is classified a butyrophenone class typical antipsychotic.
Haldol (haloperidol) is indicated for use in the treatment of schizophrenia, for acute manic states, and for symptomatic control of Gilles de la Tourette syndrome.
It may also be of value in the management of aggressive and agitated behaviour in patients with chronic brain syndrome and mental retardation.
Haldol is also a strong antiemetic and it is commonly used for severe nausea/vomiting including chemotherapy induced nausea/vomiting.
Xanax (alprazolam) is classified as a benzodiazepine class anxiolytic.
Xanax is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders, anxiety associated
with depression, panic disorder with or without agoriphobia, and for the short-term symptomatic relief of symptoms of acute anxiety states. In some countries Xanax is also approved to treat depression (with or without anxiety) and anxiety/anxiety associated with depession/or depression associated with other diseases such as the chronic phase of alcohol withdrawal and functional or organic disease, particularly certain gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, or dermatological disorders.
Sometimes antipsychotics like Haldol are incorrectly called tranquilizers or "major tranquilizers." Benzodiazepines are also sometimes incorrectly called "minor tranquilizers."
However both drugs are indicated for much different problems and the pharmacological mechanism of action of Xanax and Haldol are significantly different. Haldol is primarily a dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist whereas Xanax acts as a GABAa agonist.
Seroquel actually comes in 100, 150, and 200 mg pills. Some people actually take 200 mg doses. However, if that was not the dose intended for you, and especially if you feel funny, call the doctor that prescribed it to you. It will probably be okay, but it is better to just be on the safe side. Don't drive or anything potentially dangerous until the feeling wears off.
The main complication is that the drug won't work properly in conjunction with alcohol. Also, the reason you find it difficult to stop drinking is quite possibly because the abilify helps with the depressive aspect of bipolar but is less useful at treating the manic side (so I understand, I'm not a pharmacist). This has meant in my case that I become anxious and nervous in the early evening, which has habitually resulted in using alcohol as a sedative. The problem is that although it sedates anxiety pretty well, long term use can lead to more severe depression. It's kind of a catch 22. The only real answer is to try and cut right down on your alcohol intake by finding a complementary drug that helps to decrease your anxiety before you want to drink. Worked for me, to a large extent anyway.
The short answer is that alcohol is a major DEPRESSANT, so if you are taking an antidepressant medication for bipolar, it wont have as good a result. If you are drinking to reduce anxiety, you should ask your doctor for a mild anti-anxiety medication; a low dose of Ativan or Xanax- this may help. You really need to stop drinking to avoid additonal DEPRESSION. Next time you refill your prescription, ask the pharmacist for a print out for your medication. This will give lots of valuable information.
If you want to stop drinking, go to Alcoholics Anonymous.
Aripiprazole can one develop a dependence?
It supposedly does not according to the makers , but it is in fact a dopamine agonist . well it is a partial agonist , selective in nature. so yes may be addictive as it will agonize dopamine, althought it will not have the same activity.
How long does methodome stay in your seystem?
It stays in your boby for five days. After one mouth it gets in your bone morrow
