Posted by AzureBay on March 24, 2004, at 13:29:13
In reply to Anyone on Geodon? Or can compare to Abilify?, posted by Hattree on March 19, 2004, at 8:29:19
> If you've taken Geodon, how long to kick in, how much, how sedating? My dx is sketchy, but some combo of ADD, BPII, dysthymia.
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> If you've taken Geo and Abilify I'm curious about how they actually compare (I've read how they theoretically do).
>Hi Hattree,
I have tried both and used them at various dosages. What I've found is that for me the Geodon is THE MAGIC BULLET! I used to rave about Abilify, but frankly it's a big disappointment comparatively, now that I'm back on Geodon.
I think that dosage is critical with Geodon and our types. Btw, My dx is also very similar to yours: ADD, Bipolar II, with some lingering depression and anxiety.
Anyway, I found that a LOWER dose of Geodon actually works as well if not better than a higher dose. It kicks in very quickly - I noticed it within just a few days. And because there is some action on serotonin and NE, I believe it is possibly one of the better atypicals for the depressive aspects.
As far as sedation goes, I find myself actually rather "okay" on Geodon. It seems to work well with the neurostims. It almost works so well that I find I need a lower dose of Ritalin.
So, are you on Geodon and what has been your experience thus far???
Azure
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