Posted by Racer on May 13, 2008, at 22:12:12
In reply to Re: Abilify makes me feel wierd, posted by bleauberry on May 13, 2008, at 17:47:24
When I said it was worth giving it some time, it wasn't for the effects to change. I think a little time might show the original poster the benefits of the effects in question. It could be that another medication -- lithium, Depakote -- would be more helpful, but it might also be that this is a psychological reaction to the medication.
Also, I don't think that a failure to prescribe benzodiazepines is sufficient evidence to support a recommendation of changing doctors. We do not know why this doctor has made the choices he's made -- we have heard one thing only: "he says it's like drinking gin." Well, in many ways it is -- if you look at the larger picture. Taking Xanax or drinking gin will both lessen subjective experience of distress. But often other options provide more lasting relief.
Don't get me wrong -- I think benzos are very appropriate medications for many, many people in many, many situations. I just think that there are some assumptions being made here which aren't necessarily based in fact. I also think it's worth giving this doctor a chance -- it sounds as though this is the first visit the original poster has had with this guy. It could be that things will change as they get to know one another better.
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