Posted by SLS on February 13, 2016, at 17:17:55
In reply to Abilify, posted by maximus on February 13, 2016, at 15:12:35
> Hello,
Hi.
> Actually i'm trying Abilify. I'm taking 5 mg and i will soon take 10 mg. Abilify is for treating my bipolar depression.
>
> I wanted to ask you something. I feel an inner tension and a need to move. Is that normal?You describe very well a side effect that occurs with Abilify. It can either disappear in a week or get much worse in the form of something called akathisia. True akathisia is unbearable and includes an inability to sit still, pacing, rocking back and forth when seated, shifting weight between feet when standing, and a feeling of wanting to crawl out of your skin.
I would continue taking Abilify for a few days to determine in what direction the side effects are headed. If they get worse or you remain concerned, you should call your doctor.
I experienced restlessness for a few days after starting Abilify at 20 mg/day. For me, it was uncomfortable, but tolerable. It was simply a startup side effect that disappeared.
- Scott
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I dream of things that never were and ask why not.- George Bernard Shaw
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