Hi My daughter didnt go on abilify after all as we decided to stick with olanzapine even though we know it takes time 3 to 4 weeks for them to work properly , but my daughter is very impatient to get rid of the voices or make them quieter.asap. Is there something that can speed up the process or at least keep her more calmer. be pleased if anyone can enlighten me, as its awful to see her suffering so much and feel useless to be able to help
Olanzapine - is there something that can work quickly to calm my daughter and help the voices go ?
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- 29 May 2012 by hazel hgte
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- abilify, depression, schizophrenia, agitated state, agitation, olanzapine
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Anonymous 29 May 2012
Atypical anti-psychotics, much like antidepressants take about a month to feel the full effects. I know it must be hard for your daughter. I also know this remark sounds a bit trite and is stating the obvious, but have you talked to your shrink to find out if there might be a little something to help her until the med takes effect? That's what I would do, but I drive my docs nuts, just me.
I'm sure some other responses will be forthcoming, so I'll sign off for now.
Peace and best wishes for your daughter and mom.
Sweet Hippie
HeadStarter30 May 2012
There are some blanks that need filling in for me so bare with me for some questions:
How old is your daughter? Do you go to her psych sessions with her? What was the reason for choosing olanzapine over abilify? I am kind of surprised that there is no support group for your daughter. Did her doctor mention outpatient "group therapy" or other therapies of a structured nature that will keep her occupied?
Ativan can perhaps calm her down. But you need to discuss these things also with her doctor as Laura has mentioned to you. Just throwing out names of drugs for her to try isn't the best way for you to approach her doctor. Just ask the doctor if an anti-anxiety med is appropriate for your daughter who is "bouncing off the walls". See if that grabs the doctor's attention and see what the doctor recommends until her next appt.
hazel hgte
30 May 2012
I acknowledge all your questions and I will get back to you soon, I just dont have the time right now, got a few appointments today. Thank you for your reply, speak soon Hazel Hgte
HeadStarter
30 May 2012
Not a problem at all. Thank you for acknowledging and I hope your daughter feels better sooner rather than later...
Mary
endlessPred hazel hgte
30 May 2012
Thanks although Hospital is the very last resort.
harleerose hazel hgte
7 Jul 2012
Thank you for your comment, thankfully the olanzapine 17.5 mg seem to be working at present, but I will keep the Zyprexa in mind, thanks again for your time Hazel Hgte
harleerose
10 Jul 2012
Your very welcome ! I hope she finds the right medicine
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