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Elder
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 7,046
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Elder
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 7,046
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I was on Lithium for about 7 years. I had a lot of side effects from it, but most people don't. You have to make sure she checks your levels frequently, and absolutely no more NSAIDS. I was on 900mg twice a day, too.
I think you have a friend or family member who has a bad tremor from Lithium? If you develop it, you can stop the med or lower your dose. In my mind, a significant tremor is not okay.
I took Vraylar to break an episode. It was never meant to be permanent. It worked very well for me quickly. The only side effect I had was related to my kidney disease. So, unfortunately, I can never take it again. I got samples from my pdoc.
Is the Vraylar supposed to be temporary or permanent?
Is she keeping you on the Geodon, or taking you off of it?
I know that this transition must be scary (((HUGS)))
But it seems like it's time for a change. I think everything will be okay as long as you stay in close contact with your pdoc.
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