Antipsychotics

He will need to go to the ER for observation. Seroquel can affect heartrate and blood pressure. It can also make the child dizzy, drowsy and affect the child's mood.

There is a large list of interactions. I suggest you sign up for free at bnf.org and search for Risperidone.

Seroquel ( Quetiapine) and Zyprexa (Olanzapine) are both Antipsychotics but Zyprexa is also an antimanic. Zyprexa is indicated for the treatment of bipolar disorder where as Seroquel is not.

It's the depakote that causes weight gain! Have your doctor find something else to replace it.

No. Topamax and Seroquel is better. They are probably giving you the Adderall for any ADD you may have or in some cases a mood stablizer. Mood stabilzers, such as Topamax which also has many other medical uses, work best with Seroquel.

my fiance took abilify and during a camping trip she walked off to get firewood. we could not find her for almost 15 minutes, we took her to the hospital due to the fact that she had no memory of who she was or who we were. it is speculated that the abilify caused the seizure because she had very recently been perscribed that medication. siezures are also a side affect of abilfy

Hi, I am coming off Risperdal after 3 months. Withdrawal symptoms seems to be slight insomnia, extreme irritability. As this is the 6th day, I'd say it is going to be some time. I'll let you know. In turns of insomnia, I took long walks in the regional parks and slept like a baby for 7 hours. It also helps if you are on a healthy diet and learn to relax and be happy. Good luck in whatever you are trying to do.

Yes, my daughter has been on Strattera, Wellbutrin and Depakote for about a year and a half.

Depending on dosage, the most common side effect of seroquel XR is sedation, dyzzyness, hunger, sleepiness, vivid dreams, paresthesias, and distonic symptoms.

antipsycotics

There are a lot of different meds out there on the market. What works for some may not for others. As you probably have seen, patients sometimes need to try different combos and that really is the only way to find out what will work the best. Sometimes 3 or 4 meds are needed and sometimes 1 or 2 work. It is very important that patients report any side effects, good or bad. It may take a little time but be patient and you will find something that will work. Hang in there! The meds you said he is presently taking are normal for his ADHD and Bi-Polar. Just to let you know, I am 38 and have been diagnosed with both of the same disorders. Find a good MD who is very experienced in those illnesses and make sure there is a good communication between him, yourself and son. Last, make sure the doctor listens to everything you or you son tell him. He will be able to give your son the best treatment if the lines of communication are open. You should have him explain in detail what each drug your son is taking does to the body and how it helps. Some drugs are only given for side effects of another. But most important of all is to let your son participate 100 % because he will most likely follow instructions and confide in you if he has any fears or questions. Sorry I kind of blabbed a little too much. I just have had a lifetime of handeling my conditions along with family members who also suffer various conditions. I would be happy to talk to you about my experience but for right now it is important that you confide in your MD and get your questions answered. If you still feel unsure, go get another opinion or change physicians. Good luck.

Margaret San Diego, CA

As margret said it's really very individual when it comes to these sort of diagnosis. I have both adhd and bipolar disorder as well and take several drugs. It's all about finding the right combo that works for your son. I wouldn't suggest tampering with his current combo if it's working for him. Although clonipin lithium and abilify are three medications which treat mania. And both lexapro and lithium will treat the depressive phase. Again it depends on the severity but some of these meds are redundent. Klonopin is also typically used for anxiety not bipolar disorder although it will work to control mania. Klonopin is something i take myself but i would be reluctant to give it to a child unless everything else failed because it can be quite addictive. If your son suffers from anxiety their is a bipolar med called Valporate that works on the same chemical in the brain as klonopin but it is not addictive. Also straterra affects the neurotransmitter norepinehrine and lexapro affects serotonin. Their are a class of drugs called SNRI (serotonin norepinehrine reuptake inhibitors) that affect both. Some examples of which are Effexor XR and Cymblata. If he took one of them he wouldn't need to take 2 pills and could just take one. Like i said before it all depends on his individual response and possible adverse reactions to the meds. But always get a second or even third opinion.

Karan New Jersey

probably not, the highest dose is 300! that's what i take lol.

you should be fine.

Yes.

Seroquel is metabolized by the liver. Drinking excessive water would cause liver damage and possible failure.

My only response to this is that a friend of mine was taken off Olanzapine (Zyprexa) and put on Abilify in order to stop their weight gain.

Depending on dosage, but can be. If you are on this much at one time, get a new doctor.

This is a tricky one because Seroquel xr is not approved for the treatment of " dementia-related psychosis"

Yes, you can. Immediate release pills consist of just the active ingredient and any buffers, spread out evenly through the pill, so crushing makes no difference to the pills contents. You cannot crush pills labeled extended release, sustained release, or enteric coated pills because they are formulated in a specific manner and crushing ruins the slow release mechanism.

Haldol is a benzo. Benzos tend to stay in your system much longer than other drugs (like dilaudid) because they have a long half life.

It's your dad.

Her name is Lexie Huber.

Probably not, but only a recruiter would be qualified to give you a definitive answer on this matter.

yes