Posted by Greg on December 5, 2001, at 12:09:41
In reply to zyprexa? sounds a strange choice?, posted by glenn on December 5, 2001, at 11:38:08
glenn,
Zyprexa is often rx'd for people with Bipolar disorder, ruminations, obsessive thinking, manic behavior, etc. It's not just for people who display psychotic behavior. I take 2.5 mgs at bedtime which has been the perfect dose for me. Many take a much higher dose.
As akc said, if weight gain is a concern for you, you may want to talk to your doc about it. Many have reported weight gain with the Zy. I gained 45 lbs in 10 months after I started taking it. My doctor added Topamax, and along with a good diet and some exercise, I have been able to lose 20 of those.
Good luck and let us know how it works for you.
Greg
> Just wondered what diffculties people have taken zyprexa for and at what dose?
> It has benn suggested to me for my anxiety , ruminations/ obsessive thinking and inability to stay asleep for more than 2-3 hours, but its an antipsychotic isnt it/ I dont think I have any psychotic symptoms.
> Any ideas or info would be very helpful!
>
> glenn
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