Schizoaffective Disorder - My doctor has just taken me off Abilify. He told me to stop taking it on?

Dearest Sherri,

I have no experience with schizoaffective disorder, but do know about Abilify. It has what is called a long half life which means it stays in the body a long time as it slowly leaves. None the less, whenever my doctor has decreased my Abilify she has done so by tapering. So without knowing how much Abilify you were on daily, it is difficult to say why the doctor would do something that would land you in the hospital. Seems kind of contradictory. You honestly might benefit from being in the hospital while detoxing rather than running any risk while you change medications. Maybe a phone call to the doctor to explain how you are feeling already and to get clarification is appropriate.

Laurie

No. Abilify was titrated down from 30mg to zilch over about 6 months.

Although I do question your doctors delivery-- "you'll probably end up in the hospital"--and can testify hospitals can be rough, the purpose is to supervise crisis med interventions.

Ironically, it was upon restarting Abilify that psychosis began, and I exhibited symptoms the med is supposed to treat.

If I were in your shoes, I think I would be just as scared and tired as you.

Do some research (or have someone less weary do it for you). If you do go to a hospital, sign yourself in so you have an option to sign yourself out, and once more stable tell the social worker whether you like your doctor. They may help find you a new one. Definitely look at reviews before going.