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Can antipsychotic drugs affect future pregnancies?
Query: Hello doctor, I had two episodes of psychosis in the past two years. I started treatment with Risperidone and later started Asprito 5 mg. I am getting married after two months. I want to know that if I start a family, will this treatment affect my baby's health as only limited medicines are allowed ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you are receiving only 5 mg Asprito (Aripiprazole), which is a very low dose, it is better if you stop the medication at least in the first trimester (first 3 months of pregnancy). Then, you can take medicine safely during remaining pregnancy (last 6 months). But, if n... Read Full »
I have bipolar 2 and panic disorder. Am I in psychosis?
Query: Hello doctor,I was diagnosed with bipolar 2 and panic disorder. I currently take Zoloft and Klonopin. My psychologist believes I am functioning normally, but sometimes I worry that I may be in psychosis, or displaying symptoms. My only concern is that recently, I have been having paranoid thoughts. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is common to have some paranoid thoughts, especially when you are feeling stressed, anxious, and feeling low in confidence. From the way you have described your symptoms, psychosis appears very unlikely. You can recognize the paranoid nature of your thinking, and ... Read Full »
Will continuous intake of Carbidopa-Levodopa exacerbate hallucinations?
Query: Hello doctor, I made a mistake. Since carbidopa levodopa can precipitate or exacerbate hallucinations, I need to correct myself, My wife takes 2 x 0.5 tabs 25/100 carbidopa daily. Read Full »
Answer: Thanks for using Icliniq. I do not understand what you mean by 'I made a mistake'. You are right in saying that carbidopa and levodopa combination may precipitate psychosis but it does not mean that it occurs in all. I also like to tell you that studies have revealed that almost 40% of individuals w... Read Full »
My father had a stroke and is always restless. Please advice.
Query: Hello doctor,My father suffered a stroke. The CT scan results showed that this was his second stroke. An injection was administered to break up the clots. It has been almost two months, and he is still very restless and constantly wants to go out. His speech is also not proper, and he has run away f... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. It may be possible that this is related to the stroke. It is referred to as post-stroke depression or psychosis. You can consider starting an antipsychotic medication like Olanzapine at a dosage of 2.5 to 5 mg. Quetiapine can also be helpful, b... Read Full »
How to care for an aggressive and abusive person?
Query: Hello doctor, This is regarding my 87-year-old father who is physically fine perfectly. But, the whole day and night, he curses my mother and will not let her sleep. In his mind, he thinks that everyone is trying to cheat him and because of that he is not able to sleep. Sometimes he becomes violent ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your father is having features of psychosis. I would suggest starting him on Quetiapine 25 mg twice daily and increase after one week to 50 mg daily. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take medicines with their consent. This should have a g... Read Full »
How to treat mood swings and obsessive behavior?
Query: Hello doctor,One of my relatives is facing some psychological problems for quite some time and she is under treatment as well. She has symptoms like mood swings, everything available she wants to eat even though she is not hungry, every time anyone goes to the washroom she also goes even without any... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Her symptoms suggest some psychotic behavior but this should be evaluated in detail. Mood swings with episodes of irritation, and anger outbursts could be part of some mood disorders. She eats a lot, she goes to the washroom without any need and this might be due to ab... Read Full »
I am taking medications for depression, but I am having night terrors and sweats. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a history of antidepressant-induced psychosis once, and LSD-induced psychosis. And depression on and off for a long time. I have been on Effexor XR 225 mg for six to eight weeks, slowly increasing over six weeks. Lithium 250 mg, I have added Olanzapine 2.5 mg now 5 mg at night and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sometimes, an increased dose of tablet Olanzapine (an antipsychotic medication) can cause you these side effects. You need to reduce the medicine dose back to 2.5 mg. Also, keep a watch on your weight and blood sugar, as this can also be increased. I would suggest you t... Read Full »
For the past two days, my father is having some delusions that people will kill him. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past two days my father is having some delusions that people will kill him. Whenever we try to explain the reality, he gets angry. He is 49 years old, weighs 48 kg with a height of 5 feet 3 inches. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your situation and concern about your father. He may have psychosis (schizophrenia). He may even have auditory hallucinations. If he abuses or consumes alcohol then he has to stop it otherwise there are no medications that can help him. You can give him ... Read Full »
Suggest medicine to lift my mood after drug-induced psychosis.
Query: Hello doctor, Currently, I am not able to feel excitement, pleasure, or joy. Also, my sex drive is low, and I find it hard to get aroused. I have experienced two drug-induced psychosis. The medication I am currently on is Effexor 225 mg and Zyprexa 2.5 mg. Previously I was on Lexapro 40 mg, and I fe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Effexor (Venlafaxine) at 225 mg dose can cause a reduction in sex drive. But this dose is necessary for you to control depression symptoms. Your mood is persistently low despite adequate doses, so either one or more antidepressants should be added, or the dose of Eff... Read Full »
After stopping antidepressants, my libido decreased. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 24-year-old male weighing 64 kg. I was diagnosed with psychosis and depression, and I did not have depression before the problem started two years ago. I took the antidepressants, but after I stopped, it came back, but this time I am a month off without the medications. I was on a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your situation. Yes, your libido will be normal within four to six weeks. I suggest you try to follow the below guidelines to deal with your sexual problem. These will help you: You should exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes, like at least going... Read Full »