Mr Salvador Report post Posted June 10, 2015 My partner chats to many people at her works who have all manner of mental health issues as she works at medium secure unit. some of whom are on anti-phycotics. in one hand it may seem sensible for her to have the trade she has and on the other hand I am slightly nervous just to trust everything she says about medication so im asking you guys on here hoping il get honest and logical responses does anyone currently take Abilify? some sights are saying they are the wonder cure for all mental health and other sources say that having 'sudden death' on the side effects is not worth taking it I don't want to anger the people who care about me, but at the same time im not sure if I could logically justify taking a chance on something that says there is a chance I could just die on the spot?? any thoughts? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Livelife Report post Posted June 12, 2015 I would not consider taking this medication how can even the slightest chance of sudden death inspire to calm the mind in any way. I find it incredible that this is actually a serious consideration or that it is allowed to be prescribed. I haven't heard of this medication or know anything about it and I know very little about the advantages of taking medication to help with conditions of the mind in relation to side effects. It goes against all my natural instincts and moral codes to give medication that can kill, if somebody wishes you to take this then I would advise that they take it first if they believe it to be safe. I find myself getting angry that this could even be a consideration and hope that this is a joke and not real. If it is then for people with health conditions to be subjected to the risk of death no matter how remote goes against the ethical code of medical practice in my opinion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mihaela Report post Posted June 12, 2015 I've just looked it up on Wikipedia, and It's enough to put anyone off: Side effects include: neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a movement disorder known as tardive dyskinesia, and high blood sugar in those with diabetes.In the elderly there is an increased risk of death. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a life-threatening neurological disorder most often caused by an adverse reaction to neuroleptic or antipsychotic drugs. NMS typically consists of muscle rigidity, fever, autonomic instability, and cognitive changes such as delirium, and is associated with elevated plasma creatine phosphokinase. Autism - Short-term data (8 weeks) shows reduced irritability, hyperactivity, and stereotypy. Adverse effects included weight gain, sleepiness, drooling and tremors. Long-term outcomes are not clear.Abilify, Aripiprex) is an atypical antipsychotic. It is recommended and primarily used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Other uses include as an add-on treatment in major depressive disorder, tic disorders, and irritability associated with autism Side-effects: Very Common (>10% incidence)Weight gain Headache Agitation Insomnia Anxiety Nausea & vomiting Akathisia — a sense of unease and restlessness that presents itself with anxiety Lightheadedness Constipation Common (1-10% incidence)Dizziness Dyspepsia — indigestion Somnolence — which is usually mild and transient and less severe than that seen with most antipsychotics.[6] Fatigue Restlessness Dry mouth Extrapyramidal side effects (e.g. dystonia, parkinsonism, tremor, etc.) Orthostatic hypotension Musculoskeletal stiffness Abdominal discomfort Blurred vision Cough Pain Myalgia Rash Rhinitis Uncommon (0.1-1% incidence)Leukopenia Neutropenia Thrombocytopenia Bradycardia (low heart rate) Palpitations Orthostatic hypotension Dry eye Photophobia Diplopia Eyelid oedema Photopsia Diarrhoea Gastritis Dysphagia Gastroesophageal reflux disease Swollen tongue Oesophagitis Hypoaesthesia oral Face oedema Gait disturbance Chills Discomfort Feeling abnormal Mobility decreased Self-mutilation Heart rate increased Blood glucose increased Pyrexia Blood prolactin increased Blood urea increased Electrocardiogram QT prolonged Blood bilirubin increased Hepatic enzyme increased Increased appetite Nocturia Polyuria Pollakiuria Incontinence Urinary retention Sexual dysfunction Amenorrhoea Pruritus (itchiness) Photosensitivity reaction Urticaria Rare (<0.1%) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (Combination of fever, muscle stiffness, faster breathing, sweating, reduced consciousness, and sudden change in blood pressure and heart rate) Suicidal ideation and behaviour Depression Painful and/or sustained erection (Priapism) Seizures Rhabdomyolysis Agranulocytosis Cardiopulmonary failure Myocardial infarction (heart attack) Atrial flutter Supraventricular tachycardia Ventricular tachycardia Cardio-respiratory arrest Atrioventricular block Extrasystoles Sinus tachycardia Atrial fibrillation Angina pectoris Myocardial ischaemia Pancreatitis Diabetic ketoacidosis Prolonged QT interval (less common than with most other atypical antipsychotic drugs[6]) Speech disorder Electrolyte abnormalities including hyponatraemia, hypokalaemia, hypocalcaemia, etc. Thromboembolism Hypertension Dysphagia Oropharyngeal spasm Laryngospasm Hepatitis Jaundice Hypersalivation Chest pain Urinary retention or incontinence Alopecia (hair loss) Photosensitivity reaction Rash Xerostomia (when given by injection) Tardive dyskinesia (As with all antipsychotic medication, patients using aripiprazole may develop the permanent neurological disorder tardive dyskinesia.[7][8][9]) Stroke Transient Ischaemic Attack Increased body temperature Angioedema Cardiorespiratory arrest Cardiorespiratory failure Sudden unexplained death has been reported, however the frequency is unknown. Reading all this hardly reassures me,so I think I'd give it a miss and let the manufacturers make their millions without my help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Livelife Report post Posted June 12, 2015 I agree there Mihaela Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites