I am on Risperidone as of a month ago. I started at .25 twice a day. I just got out on 1.5 mg a week ago from 1mg. It’s only been a week and I feel better but my ocd and anxiety is still always in the back of my mind. Will this ever stop with this medication, do I need to be more patient or is this as good as it gets? I’m hoping to get to the point where my symptoms were gone, I am on Paxil but am at the highest dose so he added this to help. Only asking for hope and something to hold onto!
Risperidone for anxiety, will it get better?
Question posted by Abby9201 on 27 July 2022
Last updated on 29 July 2022 by Slitherz
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Slitherz
28 July 2022
I was prescribed risperidone at a minimal dose for anxiety. I cannot confirm it works for anxiety, as I developed a temp but uncommon side effect of tardive dyskinesia, after two doses and was put off this medication immediately. However "Zyprexa", a similar drug in class, did work perfectly for my anxiety without even an additional benzo. Hope this helps :)
WildcatVet
27 July 2022
Hi, Abby!
Essence of time! Your doctor has started you on low doses of the medication for two reasons. It'll help avoid or eliminate side effects as your metabolism adjusts to the drug. Everybody responds differently to medications and you'll want to find the lowest dosage that controls your symptoms.
Some people do well at lower doses but some will need as much as 6-8mg/day.
Be patient... you're well on your way. You're already feeling better which is a good sign that the medication is starting to do it's job. It'll only get better from here.
Best regards,
Wildcat
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