Posted by scott on January 5, 2000, at 13:57:20
In reply to akathesia, posted by mila on August 4, 1999, at 20:00:57
> I think what you are talking about is akathesia.
> It is a highly subjective feeling of inner restlessness. I experienced it when I was on risperdal. It can become very disturbing and intolerable. I stopped the risperdal because of it. I also experienced it on effexor. I'm still on effexor for the akathesia subsided after a few weeks. Perhaps the same will happen for you. Also, I have found that the addition of remeron has reduced the feeling.
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> It helps to put a name to the symptom. That is, it helps to know that it is _recognized_ as a legitimate affliction. Before I knew what it was, people treated me as if my complaints were unfounded. How frustrating!
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> Good luck in finding relief!what exactlly is akathesia
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