Posted by Ilene on October 29, 2004, at 11:29:19
I've been trying to taper off the tiny dose (3.75 mg) of Zyprexa I take for anxiety. I'm down to 2.5 mg. The first effects were difficulty sleeping and increased anxiety, but those have receded. However, my depression has increased to the point of suicidality. I'm better today, thankfully, but yesterday was hell. My symptoms wax and wane of their own accord, but I'm wondering if this particular episode is due to the reduction in Zyprexa. I'm also taking Marplan, Cytomel (thyroid), Neurontin (night time only), and Florineff (keeps my BP up).
Second question: Is there a drug I can substitute for Zyprexa that doesn't cause weight gain? I'm afraid to weigh myself, but I think I've gained 15-20 lb. I took Risperdal for several months, but it didn't do much.
poster:Ilene
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