The problem is that Olanzapine and Respiridal gave her too many side effects and caused her to gain a huge amount of weight. They also did not provide foolproof cover over the psychosis. She is now on Quetiapine and and it's worked for the last 3 years, she's not had a huge psychotic episode for a long time now.
I personally would prefer her to be on a depo, but she'd OD on something else if she didn't have her normal meds. Also, she is reluctant to ask for a meds reveiw because of the worry they'll decide to take away the medication, that for the last few years has helped.
I am looking for something that does not need a prescription, is safe, and wont interact with her current meds. I'll have a look at the folic acid trial, thankyou Cam :)
Kate, its good to hear you have found it to be somewhat beneficial. We are under no illusion that it will dramatically change things, its hopefully going to be a little help towards stability.
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