We've tried 4 different medications this year. Luvox (for OCD and Social Phobia), Lamictal (Mood stabilizing, anti-seizure), Clonazepam (like valium - as needed for severe anxiety) and now Risperdal. Each had side effects that we could not continue. I didn't even mention the 2 prescribed that he refused to take; oral liquid and sprinkle forms (don't blame him - tasted terrible!)
He seemed to get much worse after coming off the meds, even lowest doses that were not considered therapeutic. Cade’s ticks were getting more severe. We are stopping the , Clonazepam, medication to see if that is causing them. Seemed to cease.
Why would someone want to bite, hit, scratch himself? He actually bit the door jam to Tia's room when he brushed against it last week. After obsessively re-bumping until he bruised his shoulder. I don't think he can control himself during these episodes. He often screams "Make it stop"! during self infliction. Then, he talks about fire and begs "no hospital" following his melt downs. Several specialists have mentioned possible seizures.
Dr. Stobbe, neurologist at Children’s, is starting him on a new antipsychotic med called Risperdal. I'm desperate to level out his aggression before he hurts himself or someone else. 5 days at night on new med. It seems to have controlled his explosions. Or, maybe he just had a great weekend, getting sleepover with Grani & Pops. It comes in a dissolving tablet form that melts away on his tongue. We're supposed to double it tomorrow, adding .5mg in am as well.
WHY AM I GIVING MY CHILD AN ANTI-PSYCHOTIC MEDICATION???
Scary title so researched...
What is RISPERDAL® (risperidone)?
RISPERDAL® is a prescription medication indicated for the treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder in children and adolescents aged 5-16 years, including symptoms of aggression towards others, deliberate self-injuriousness, temper tantrums, and quickly changing moods.
For more information on autistic disorder, please visit the National Institute of Mental Health Web site and RisperdalAutism.com
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