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A member asked:
If i stop all my psychiatric meds except for one to sleep, cold turkey can that be the cause of my jumpieness ?
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Why did you stop: Abilify (aripiprazole) and Cymbalta cold turkey? That is risky and can side effects. Please consult with the prescribing medical provider.
Answered 10/10/2017
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Yes: It depends on what medicines you stopped cold turkey. Cymbalta (duloxetine) and zoloft may cause withdrawal symptoms including dizziness, irritability, fatigue, nightmares, insomnia and "electric shock" shock like sensations throughout the body. It is best to be tapered off these medications in a regimen prescribed by your physician.
Answered 10/10/2017
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