# Medications **URL:** https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/c/medications/5.md?page=1 [Latest](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/latest.md) · [Categories](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/categories.md) · [Tags](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Dont like abilify](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/dont-like-abilify/8116)
**Author:** [@AussieSchiz](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/AussieSchiz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 12:40pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/dont-like-abilify/8116 "2026-08-18T12:40:24Z")
So i went off my abilify for a while and have got back on it starting a few days ago. I started taking it again because i was angry all the time. But now the abilify gives me hectic akathisia or inner restlessness. Also… --- ## [Asking for opinions - is it appropriate to ask to go on the ward for 4 weeks to get off a med](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/asking-for-opinions-is-it-appropriate-to-ask-to-go-on-the-ward-for-4-weeks-to-get-off-a-med/8078)
**Author:** [@Jimbob](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Jimbob)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 9:38am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/asking-for-opinions-is-it-appropriate-to-ask-to-go-on-the-ward-for-4-weeks-to-get-off-a-med/8078 "2026-08-18T09:38:32Z")
I am on a sub-AP dose of seroquel. 200mg a day. At this level it is purely a sedative and has no AP properties. Is important to know I am however also on a proper AP at a moderate dose. This flupenthixol is very powerfu… --- ## [I want to try clozapine](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/i-want-to-try-clozapine/7452)
**Author:** [@beans782](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/beans782)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 7:44pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/i-want-to-try-clozapine/7452 "2026-08-17T19:44:32Z")
Currently on xeplion and aripiripazole Still hearing things that aren’t there and paranoid thoughts. Could clozapine resolve this? --- ## [Vraylar is an amazing drug](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/vraylar-is-an-amazing-drug/8043)
**Author:** [@PhotoGuy](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/PhotoGuy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 12:50am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/vraylar-is-an-amazing-drug/8043 "2026-08-16T00:50:41Z")
Been on Vraylar for a few months and I feel great! Very few delusions and no brain fog. Most of my days are delusion free yet every now and then I have a minorly intense delusion that people on the TV are talking about m… --- ## [Any advice help](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/any-advice-help/7985)
**Author:** [@Turtle](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Turtle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 8:03am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/any-advice-help/7985 "2026-08-14T08:03:25Z")
I’ve half it, I crush em up in still can’t get it down --- ## [No meds. 1515151515](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/no-meds-1515151515/7936)
**Author:** [@Qwerty](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Qwerty)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 7:13pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/no-meds-1515151515/7936 "2026-08-12T19:13:08Z")
Havnt been able to pick up my antidepressant. I don’t drive and it’s hard getting to the doctors to pick it up. I’ve gone 4 days without now and today I’m feeling like ■■■■ mentally. Also not had my depot which was due … --- ## [Not sure where I stand now with CMHT](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/not-sure-where-i-stand-now-with-cmht/7872)
**Author:** [@Qwerty](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Qwerty)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 3:09pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/not-sure-where-i-stand-now-with-cmht/7872 "2026-08-10T15:09:15Z")
Obviously it’s been a very difficult month for me after being involved in a fatal car accident. I feel very ruled by my emotions at the moment. Usually I am ran by my head but I feel out of control at the moment. Last … --- ## [What's happening in the medication landscape?](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/whats-happening-in-the-medication-landscape/6744)
**Author:** [@Tyrnos](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Tyrnos)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 6:39pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/whats-happening-in-the-medication-landscape/6744 "2026-08-09T18:39:10Z")
Anyone following any new medications that are gonna be released in the future? Are there any hope for medications that don’t make you feel like sh!t? And what happened with that one, “cobenfy” was it?, and there was ano… --- ## [Antipsychotics under development as of 2026 by Mats](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/antipsychotics-under-development-as-of-2026-by-mats/7825)
**Author:** [@kali](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/kali)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 6:13am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/antipsychotics-under-development-as-of-2026-by-mats/7825 "2026-08-09T06:13:31Z")
I just stumbled upon this blog update recently. Could be interesting article if you are curious about upcoming drugs. List of antipsychotics under development in 2026【Revised 2026.6.10】 - MATSBLOG JAPAN --- ## [My experience with Vraylar is great!](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/my-experience-with-vraylar-is-great/7711)
**Author:** [@PhotoGuy](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/PhotoGuy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 7:34am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/my-experience-with-vraylar-is-great/7711 "2026-08-05T07:34:09Z")
Finally feeling the effects of Vraylar after my withdrawl from Clozapine. I feel great. Seems to work better than Clozapine and I have no mental fog. I’m also able to recognize delusions easier and dismiss them. I may be… --- ## [I am gonna reduce my medication](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/i-am-gonna-reduce-my-medication/7656)
**Author:** [@Zoe](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Zoe)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 6:45pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/i-am-gonna-reduce-my-medication/7656 "2026-08-04T18:45:21Z")
atm i am taking 2.5 mg. i will bring it down to 1.25mg on 11 august when i get my benefits and then maybe 0mg after 6 months or 12 months idk I do not like the side effects I do not recommend this to all people at al… --- ## [Are any of you on 600 mg Seroquel or 1200 mg](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/are-any-of-you-on-600-mg-seroquel-or-1200-mg/7614)
**Author:** [@Relaxe](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Relaxe)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 10:46am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/are-any-of-you-on-600-mg-seroquel-or-1200-mg/7614 "2026-08-04T10:46:43Z")
The reason for this question is that Seroquel is one of the least potent antipsychotics. Chat gpt told me that 600 mg XR is the lowest you can be on for schizophrenic psychosis and that the IR works on all other things t… --- ## [Prolixin shot anyone?](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/prolixin-shot-anyone/7639)
**Author:** [@Josh](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Josh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 1:10am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/prolixin-shot-anyone/7639 "2026-08-03T01:10:47Z")
Does anyone else take prolixn shot 37.5 mg shot every two weeks,and have horrible side affects I even take 2mg cojentin and I have headaches always tired,and can’t keep from moving all the time. --- ## [Who has reduced meds successfully?](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/who-has-reduced-meds-successfully/7244)
**Author:** [@tarnishedLotus](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/tarnishedLotus)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 1:59pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/who-has-reduced-meds-successfully/7244 "2026-08-01T13:59:28Z")
My body can’t take this many meds ..I have to reduce this crap. I know some of my symptoms will get worse but this is a damn death sentence… --- ## [PDE10A Inhibition in Schizophrenia: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Phase 2](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/pde10a-inhibition-in-schizophrenia-a-randomised-placebo-controlled-phase-2/7554)
**Author:** [@firemonkey](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/firemonkey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2026, 5:13pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/pde10a-inhibition-in-schizophrenia-a-randomised-placebo-controlled-phase-2/7554 "2026-07-31T17:13:45Z")
--- ## [Not sure my generic Wellbutrin is doing me any good this time](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/not-sure-my-generic-wellbutrin-is-doing-me-any-good-this-time/7518)
**Author:** [@SzSupportAdmin](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/SzSupportAdmin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 1:45pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/not-sure-my-generic-wellbutrin-is-doing-me-any-good-this-time/7518 "2026-07-30T13:45:53Z")
I finished off my first batch of pills and got a refill, and I still dont think I feel any differnent. Not sure how many pills were in the first bottle but probably 30 so thats almost 3 weeks. I would think that I sho… --- ## [Modafinil for negative symptoms](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/modafinil-for-negative-symptoms/7489)
**Author:** [@bluebutterfly](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/bluebutterfly)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 11:03pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/modafinil-for-negative-symptoms/7489 "2026-07-29T23:03:31Z")
Hi, I’m back again. Some psychiatrists say I’m having SZ without positive symptoms, but severe negative symptoms. Others are en doubt if i’m having SZ or something else, so i’m going to be evaluated by a specialist soon… --- ## [It makes a big difference being on the right dosage](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/it-makes-a-big-difference-being-on-the-right-dosage/7423)
**Author:** [@Ducky](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Ducky)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 8:25pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/it-makes-a-big-difference-being-on-the-right-dosage/7423 "2026-07-27T20:25:18Z")
Since lowering meds slightly last month, from 500mg to 400mg, i’ve not had any suicidal thoughts, feel a lot better and more like myself, more autonomy and self control. It happened gradually over 4 weeks cos i have depo… --- ## [Withdrawl finally over](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/withdrawl-finally-over/7372)
**Author:** [@PhotoGuy](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/PhotoGuy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 5:27am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/withdrawl-finally-over/7372 "2026-07-25T05:27:31Z")
Have been in the process of getting off clozapine and being replaced with Vraylar. I had horrible psychosis from being taken off the medicine but that is over and the Vraylar is taking effect and I feel great! Hope this … --- ## [My doctors appointment today](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/my-doctors-appointment-today/7348)
**Author:** [@TheCanuk](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/TheCanuk)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 3:50am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/my-doctors-appointment-today/7348 "2026-07-25T03:50:40Z")
I just got back from my doctors appointment and grocery shopping. My doctor and I have a new plan for my meds situation. She lowered my Olanzapine from 10 mg to now 7.5 mg. If it goes well, in 3 or 4 weeks shes going to … --- ## [New heavyweight contender against antipsychotic weight gain? Semaglutide](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/new-heavyweight-contender-against-antipsychotic-weight-gain-semaglutide/7359)
**Author:** [@firemonkey](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/firemonkey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 9:55am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/new-heavyweight-contender-against-antipsychotic-weight-gain-semaglutide/7359 "2026-07-24T09:55:37Z")
--- ## [Any one on caplyda](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/any-one-on-caplyda/7103)
**Author:** [@Turtle](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Turtle)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 10:25pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/any-one-on-caplyda/7103 "2026-07-23T22:25:44Z")
Any one she stared me on 21mg --- ## [My depot is tomorrow (22 july 2026)](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/my-depot-is-tomorrow-22-july-2026/7292)
**Author:** [@mangojuice](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/mangojuice)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 3:29pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/my-depot-is-tomorrow-22-july-2026/7292 "2026-07-22T15:29:39Z")
Beautiful day today. Tomorrow is my depot. Who else is having depot this week? --- ## [New medicine, feeling manic](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/new-medicine-feeling-manic/7123)
**Author:** [@PhotoGuy](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/PhotoGuy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 11:26am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/new-medicine-feeling-manic/7123 "2026-07-22T11:26:23Z")
I’m being weaned off of my clozapine and they’re slowly increasing my Vraylar medication. I’ve been manic for the absence of clozapine. I guess I need to wait for it to get better. Is this normal when weaning off of a me… --- ## [Experiencing more clarity](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/experiencing-more-clarity/7293)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Hope](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Mr_Hope)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 10:50pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/experiencing-more-clarity/7293 "2026-07-21T22:50:42Z")
The last few days. It’s like a fog has lifted. It coincides with starting supplementing L-Serine, so I’m attributing it to that. There is no clear evidence for it in established litterature though. --- ## [Vyvanse for weight loss](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/vyvanse-for-weight-loss/7278)
**Author:** [@Fisherman1992](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Fisherman1992)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 5:39pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/vyvanse-for-weight-loss/7278 "2026-07-21T17:39:18Z")
I have a question would vyvanse help me like it did my sister She also has sza bipolar type My psychiatrist said its a bad idea but you guys know more than any doctor because you take it --- ## [Worst ap or MI med you've taken?](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/worst-ap-or-mi-med-youve-taken/6563)
**Author:** [@Schizbro](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Schizbro)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 3:06am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/worst-ap-or-mi-med-youve-taken/6563 "2026-07-19T03:06:59Z")
Just wondering what the worst ap or psychiatric med is that you’ve taken… not the most objectively or universally worst one… just in your own experience. Maybe someone else had a good experience IDK. For me the worst o… --- ## [Is there any medication coming Soon for negative symptoms](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/is-there-any-medication-coming-soon-for-negative-symptoms/6837)
**Author:** [@Farcry0](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Farcry0)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 4:15pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/is-there-any-medication-coming-soon-for-negative-symptoms/6837 "2026-07-18T16:15:10Z")
I am worried my life is full of cognitive and negative symptoms … --- ## [Mirtazapine 45mg and weight gain](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/mirtazapine-45mg-and-weight-gain/6934)
**Author:** [@VictorCharlie](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/VictorCharlie)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 11:20am UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/mirtazapine-45mg-and-weight-gain/6934 "2026-07-18T11:20:28Z")
I am on abilify which I believe is weight neutral. However has anyone else found mirtazapine to increase your weight. I am thinking of going off it cold turkey. The psychiatrist knows I want to come off it and will do … --- ## [The best ap or psych med you've taken](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/the-best-ap-or-psych-med-youve-taken/7001)
**Author:** [@Schizbro](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/u/Schizbro)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 4:19pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/the-best-ap-or-psych-med-youve-taken/7001 "2026-07-17T16:19:12Z")
What was the best ap or psych med you’ve taken? Not the universally best one or anything like that, just one that really worked well for symptom relief, had few side effects or maybe made you feel good. The best one I … [Previous page](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/c/medications/5.md) [Next page](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/c/medications/5.md?page=2)