Posted by Racer on May 10, 2008, at 11:11:44
In reply to I dont feel like taking my Abilify, posted by Sky Brite Line on May 10, 2008, at 10:36:29
It sounds as though you've just started taking the Abilify. During the initial period of taking any medication, as I'm sure you know, there are always adjustment phase effects. For the most part, these will subside over time. If you stop taking the medication too soon, you'll never know whether it could have been the revelation you were hoping for -- maybe Abilify is the medication which turns your life around, and you might miss out because of a bit of initial discomfort.
I strongly urge you to continue on with it for now. Give it a chance.
Also, while I haven't tried Vyvanse -- I do take a stimulant, but as an older person with a low-risk personality it's not a problem -- but I've heard positive reviews of it. I did take Strattera, which was pretty wonderful for me -- effective antidepressant action, as well as focus. It can't be taken with Prozac, but the other SSRIs should be OK with it. If Vyvanse doesn't work out, maybe that's something for you to try?
As for Depakote, it can be a life saver for many people. There is some chance of weight gain, but that can be mitigated with OTC medications such as Zantac or Pepcid. Just regular doses of those, nothing more -- I think it's about 10mg per day. More is not better.
I wish you the best.
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