Ive been pacing for over an hour i cant stop and i have no idea what to do does anyone have a suggestion please
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Have you heard of akathisia? That can do that. Are you on a antipsychotic? If so which one?
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just a low dose of seroquel no i haven’t heard of it they dont tell me crap at the drs i haven’t paced like this since my last breakso im kinda worried
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When did you start taking the seroquel?
Treatments for Akathisia
Treating akathisia is somewhat tricky. As a drug-induced condition, treatment normally involves lowering the dose of an existing treatment, abandoning the drug entirely, or trying to switch to a new drug. Unfortunately, if you are on an antipsychotic or an antidepressant, there is usually a reason for it and tinkering too much with the dosages can either result in further side effects or allow symptoms of the underlying psychiatric condition to become stronger.
If you have developed akathisia and are discussing possible treatments with your doctor, consult them on some of the following options:
Dose adjustment: Scaling back any increase in dosages may alleviate the symptoms of akathisia. In the case of opioids or benzodiazepine withdrawal, raising the dose may help instead. Since there is likely a medical reason why your dose has been adjusted, care and consultation will be important to not only make sure that your symptoms are being reduced but also that the drugs are having their intended effect.
Switching prescriptions: Second-generation antipsychotic and antidepressants are still capable of causing akathisia, but seem to induce it more slowly than other treatments. You could consider asking your doctor about alternative drugs as a way to slow progression.
Drug holidays: Going off your medication is never something you should do without your doctor’s express permission. Having said that, talk to your doctor about the possibility of skipping the drugs for a certain period to see if this helps ease symptoms. Ideally, time the “holiday” period for when this would cause the least disruption.
Diet changes: Vitamin B6 is known to ease the symptoms of akathisia. The nutrient is found in most foods but is more prevalent in both meat and starches. Try eating more potatoes, turkey, or beef and see if your symptoms improve.
Anticholinergics: These drugs are normally used to block certain neurotransmitters. They are usually employed to address digestive, respiratory, or sleep-related ailments, but have been known to help in some cases of akathisia. Anticholinergics can have side effects of their own so you should ideally try at least one other treatment first before resorting to them.
Finally, a good way to distinguish akathisia from other movement disorders is to look at how much control you have over the motions. Unlike a muscular tic or uncontrolled jerk, which are related to neuromuscular issues, akathisia movements are entirely self-controlled but done in response to an intense, inner need for motion.
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Could be akathisia I suppose but usually you would see it earlier on in the medication taking. Have you taken any antihistamines?
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I recommend you call your doctor today and tell him or her that it seems you have Akathisia and what would he recommend you do.
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I have mild akarhesia and when i am too crazy energetic i take a hot shower or just fo for a long walk??
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Im gonna call my Dr thanks i literally cant stop moving this sucks
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Schizophrenics pace because it makes them feel better.
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idk i left i message with the nurse i guess ill try a shower and take the dogs out when the husband gets here
Sounds like you’re having a very bad reaction to seroquel.
well theyve been pressuring me to try a different med so im sure thats the call back ill get seroquel hasnt been working for me anyway. Thanks guys im gonna hope in the shower
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