FAQ/Help |
Calendar |
Search |
Elder
Miss Laura
has no updates.
Member Since: Sep 2008
Location: Scotland, UK
Posts: 5,241
85 hugs
given |
#21
I hate the meds but injection was suggested then I was told no. As there isn't a shot for my Depakote just my Aririprazole. They said there is no point this was last year.
Depakote I take 1,000mg in the morning and 500mg at night Aririprazole I take 25mg in the morning |
Grand Magnate
fern46
has no updates.
Member Since: Mar 2019
Location: USA
Posts: 3,021
4,300 hugs
given |
#22
Quote:
Maybe there's a way to mask the pills? |
|
Rick7892
|
Elder
Miss Laura
has no updates.
Member Since: Sep 2008
Location: Scotland, UK
Posts: 5,241
85 hugs
given |
#23
I've tried with water and diluting juice and fresh orange juice nothing works plus Depakote is big so you can't crush them. I'm caught between a rock and a hard place
|
Rick7892
|
Grand Magnate
fern46
has no updates.
Member Since: Mar 2019
Location: USA
Posts: 3,021
4,300 hugs
given |
#24
Dose it make you gag? It is quite rare that a patient simply cannot take it physically. The challenge is usually mental. In the event it is impossible, your med team needs to find an alternative that is available in a shot or something you can crush. If you wanted to be compliant, it would be a good next step to advocate for that. You're off meds anyway, so now would be a good time to explain the issue and make a switch.
|
Rick7892
|
Elder
Miss Laura
has no updates.
Member Since: Sep 2008
Location: Scotland, UK
Posts: 5,241
85 hugs
given |
#25
Yeah it makes me gag.... it's also in my head seen as a punishment and everytime I see my meds i get angry really angry. The joke is I was able to take Anti-depressants in 2009-2010 but when I changed to mood stabiliser I was compliant for a bit then I go skoo-wiff (unsure if this is a Scottish word or universal) it means I go crazy. I become delusional due to them being tampered with. I think they are poisoned at the moment.
- Poisioned - Evil - God is punishing me - Gagging Thats whats in my head re meds Meds are staring me in the face post it notes staring me in the face apps going off on my phone alarns going off on my phone calendar ringing to take them. What else can I do? |
Rick7892
|
Grand Magnate
fern46
has no updates.
Member Since: Mar 2019
Location: USA
Posts: 3,021
4,300 hugs
given |
#26
Quote:
How to get out of it? There are many ways. Developing a strategy is key. You can do that alone or with help from a therapist or coach. It is like battling ruminating thoughts. When the lie comes into your brain, you need to recognize it and then reprogram yourself with the truth. So maybe a first step is to tell yourself 'the meds aren't the enemy. The lies I tell myself are.' Make a list of times the meds helped you. Talk to people here about how meds have helped them in the past. Make a list of the adverse effects that happen when you do not take meds. Have your sister make a list of what it is like around you when you're off meds. Meditate and imagine successfully taking your meds and getting even again and fully enjoying life safely. Program the reminders on your phone to remind you that your meds actually help and keep you out of the trouble you get into. Develop mantras to assist you. Reward yourself for taking your meds. I could go on, but it is all about rewiring the brain and exposing yourself to what you fear or what angers you. One step at a time it gets easier, but you need a strategy that is multifaceted and a strong will to start. You also need support and the willingness to be honest with those who support you. Over time, your brain will see that the end point is no longer refusing meds. It will see that taking the meds is where you go each time. Then, it will rewire itself to make it easier and easier. The thoughts of punishment, evil, etc. will lessen the more you counteract them with the knowledge you're doing the right thing. Eventually, taking your meds will be like riding a bike. It all starts with wanting to change and pushing yourself to be uncomfortable for a while for the promise of the greater good. God isn't punishing you. You're punishing yourself. Its ok though. There are infinite paths out when you're ready. |
|
*Beth*, Miss Laura, Moose72, Rick7892
|
Elder
Miss Laura
has no updates.
Member Since: Sep 2008
Location: Scotland, UK
Posts: 5,241
85 hugs
given |
#27
I'm struggling with this as my team are off on holiday this week unfortunately. My Peer Support Worker and Therapist are off this week. I have my CPN but I'm dubious about talking to her. I don't think i get anywhere with her. I'm speaking to my Worker on 11th so countdown is on.
I have things to tell them... that I can't say to people irl... I understand I have to own this, I'm not trying to dismiss my ownership. I'm just not sure where to start or what to do. I thought about if they had an injection if i would take it. Everyone tells me its a control thing with me. I can control the meds but injection I wouldn't be able to. I feel like I'm just a huge screw up and have no one that's willing to help me out i can't see it anyways. Sorry! |
catches the flowers
*Beth*
is practicing healthy breathing for brain, mind,
body, spirit.
Member Since: Jul 2019
Location: Downtown Vibes, California
Posts: 15,701
(SuperPoster!)
23.7k hugs
given |
#28
The 11th is a whole week away. You can handle it how ever you feel safest; if it were me, I'd be absolutely miserable to be in torment for a week.
__________________ |
Legendary
Victoria'smom
has no updates.
Member Since: Apr 2012
Location: Earth
Posts: 14,880
(SuperPoster!)
5,415 hugs
given |
#29
I'm probably going back on injections. Even though my other medications are not injections. I can't swallow pills. See if you can switch to another medication that is not depakote comes in a liquid form.
__________________ Dx: Me- SzA Husband- Bipolar 1 Daughter- mood disorder+ Comfortable broken and happy "So I don't know why I'm tongue tied At the wrong time when I need this."- P!nk My blog |
*Beth*
|
Wise Elder
BeyondtheRainbow
has no updates.
Member Since: Apr 2015
Location: US
Posts: 9,194
(SuperPoster!)
9,275 hugs
given |
#30
Depakote comes in sprinkles that are capsules you open and scatter on some food (like applesauce or pudding) and take it that way. No pill swallowing, no gagging.
__________________ Bipolar 1, PTSD, GAD, OCD. Clozapine 250 mg, Emsam 12 mg/day patch, topamax 25 mg, ,Gabapentin 1700 mg & 100-2 PRN,. 1.5 mg clonazepam., 50 mg Seroquel |
*Beth*, Moose72
|
Elder
Miss Laura
has no updates.
Member Since: Sep 2008
Location: Scotland, UK
Posts: 5,241
85 hugs
given |
#31
Quote:
I'll need to wait until 11th to speak to my worker. Its not too long I suppose. I think i have mellowed in symptoms. I don't feel so hyped up etc |
|
*Beth*, Rick7892
|