Just about off that dangerous drug called Seroquel

Tapering off Seroquel from 400 to 200 started 4/13/14 and have not had any bad withdrawls, just a few weird dreams, a noted increase in my energy level, (but not manic) or hypomanic. Sleeping fine a 200mg per night along with 500mg of Depakote.
Smoking medical mj doesn't interfere with the functions of my meds..>>>> I guess it just depends on the person doing it. I feel as though natural medication is better than man-made synthetic dangerous drugs.
I have been on them over 1/2 of my life and I am convinced
As a matter a fact, once I am off all my current meds.... Medical m.j. will be my med. of choice!
My doctor knows this>>>>as some of them agree; and actually help.>>>>> believe it or not!

THANKFUL,
Lynn

Post Edited (obewan) : 4/30/2014 9:35:48 PM (GMT-6)

Hey ya,
Thanks for the welcome, appreciate it.
I've been (in half dose)... 200mg of Seroquel XR from 400mg since 4/13/14
I have been noticing some withdrawl symptoms from seroquel>>>>like nausea, headache, crappy feeling in general, free falling feeling, and even some agitation, and a slight return of a feeling of hyperness mentally. Could be that a little hypomania could be trying to creep it's ugly head again due to the reduction.
Also I halfed my Depakote XR from 1000mg to 500mg over a month ago.
At any rate, I am anticipating any return of mixed states, mania/depression. I know what they are, and am I a much better place in my life, to be able to get off these meds. TOTALLY!!
Anyone relate to this, or have any feedback.
Lynn

hi guys. due to severe insomnia i take seroquel. nothing else works. i am proud of myself though i have come down fro 1200mg to nine hundred and now 600mg. i am not sleeping on it because of a severe water works problem. (nocturia) it is very cruel. for me, i believe that i have been on far worse medication, but my philosophy is that meds serve there purpose-you take what is prescribed until you no longer require it. some times some meds stay with us for some time. take care.

Hi Ferncor,

What dosage are you on presently? Maybe an adjustment in the dosage will help. Please call your doc and let them know that you are experiencing some breathing problems, so they can advise you on what to do.

I hope you will get this sorted out.

UA