tiredoftherapy21 Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Since my daughter was born 4 months ago my gp has been pushing me to try Risperdal and I have been hesitant till lately when yesterday I hallicunated that this guy was trying to cut off my foot.That was pretty damn scary!!! and then I questioned whether it is that great to not be on any phych meds. I am scared though that i am going to gain weight on it. that is one of my number one fears of medications. and I just wanted to know anyones experience good or bad on risperdal. Did it work for you? and does it help with depression? I took it for a couple days but I quit it when I got the fear I was going to gain weight on it. I am struggling right now to admit that maybe all this natural gunk isnt doing a thing and I need the psych meds. I could use some support and advice on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GroovyGwen Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I like Risperdal. Not as sedating as seroquel and no noticable side effects for me, unlike Abilify or Geodon. I think it isn't as bad as seroquel for weight gain. Sounds like you could really benefit from some meds. Embrace the possibility of being better and know that there are meds out there that are weight neutral. Hallucinating that someone is chopping off your foot can't be good for you or your baby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netsavy006 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Not everyone who takes risperdal gains weight. There are measures you can take to help minimize weight gain. One such method is lifestyle changes and the anti-diabetic medication Metformin ( source: ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowCat Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I've been on and off it for the past 4 years, and a year previously and have never had any problems except when I was on Abilify too. Its generally known as a good med by drs and I agree. I find that in the higher doses I can get a bit "out of it" so YMMV with that one. Might be a good idea to catch public transport until you know how it will effect you... but that goes with most meds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChemistryExperiment Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I was on it when I was a lot younger and it didn't help. But recently I was on it (not for very long due to asshole doctor..but thats a long story) and it worked great. its definitely worth a try in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OreoKitty Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 I've used risperdal a few different times. It really helped my mind chill. It did mess with my hormones and cause lactation. But it was worth it at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiredoftherapy21 Posted March 2, 2008 Author Share Posted March 2, 2008 Well thanks all for your relieving messages, I really appreciate it, I took the risperdal last night, still couldnt sleep very well, and well I guess I could give it a try, if it does anything weird though I am going to get on something else, but a lot of you eased my mind about it. THANK YOU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starfish Posted March 23, 2008 Share Posted March 23, 2008 here's my two cents if still wanted.... Risperdal has helped me a lot with the anxiety and racing thoughts. my mind still wanders, but only with one or two thoughts at a time, instead of the crowded place it used to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
openembrace Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I don't know if you want my two cents but it while it helped my moods, I had to be taken off it because it screwed up my heart rate and blood pressure. Just throwing that out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiredoftherapy21 Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 I took it for a little while. probably only about 2 weeks and the side effects were not worth it, bc it didnt even help wth my sza, and that is what I was taking it for. I got headaches on it, I felt lethargic, to the point of being unable to function, it didnt help me sleep, and it was giving me weird side effects not even mentioned on the pi sheet. It was pretty knarly. I dont like it at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Moso Posted April 4, 2008 Share Posted April 4, 2008 I have been on 2 mg of Risperdal for just over 2 years. I am now starting to get extrapyramidal symptoms like stiff jaw and cheeks, twitching eyebrows, etc. I have gained about 55 pounds since I started it 2 years ago. On Monday my doctor is switching me to Invega to try and eliminate the extrapyramidal symptoms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
another one ... Posted April 4, 2008 Share Posted April 4, 2008 I was taking 1-2mg at bedtime when I would start with manic feelings. I had to take it then jump in bed because it would knock me out. But then I would wake up all night with muscle spasms in my legs, back, chest, etc. On the other hand, my son (8 1/2 yo at the time), would take 1mg before and after school, and was fine! As they say YMMV. Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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