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Been taking zyprexa for 6 mon at 5 mg together with risperdal 6 mg to treat a relapse of schizophrenia. stopped zyprexa now having withdrawal symtomps, heard voices for few minutes before sleep. should i take 5mg again or try 2.5 mg slowly tapering?

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Dr. Patricia Foster answered

Complicated: Check with your doctor for any med changes and consider psychotherapy, group therapy. Managing schizophrenia is about understanding your symptoms, illness and making positive changes. Don't panic if a symptom returns briefly. Talk this over with the doctor who knows you best. Build more support. Take care.

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A member asked:

Been taking zyprexa for 6 mon at 5 mg together with risperdal 6 mg to treat a relapse of schizophrenia. stopped zyprexa now having withdrawal symtomps, heard voices for few minutes before sleep. should i take 5mg again or try 2.5 mg slowly tapering?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patricia Foster answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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