How to manage hormonal side effects of psychiatric medicine?

Question

Hi doctor,

I was taking Soltus 100 mg for delusion problem for a year. Now, I am absolutely fine. Before a month, the doctor has reduced my dosage to Soltus 75 mg. Now, I am facing hormonal problems like weight gain and amenorrhea. I am having my menstrual cycles once in two months (after taking some progesterone stimulant only).

The gynecologist told me to reduce the dosage of the psychiatric medicines as it can cause side effects when you are taking medicines for the hormonal problems. Also, I have raised prolactin level (131 mIU/L) that is too high. Please suggest some medicines.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You are suffering from delusion disorder and you are taking Tablet Soltus 75 mg for the problem. It can lead to raised prolactin level as side effects. So, either dosage reduction is needed or this drug should be replaced by another antipsychotic medication and psychotherapy like behavioral counseling can also be beneficial.

I hope this will help you.