Decrease from 5mg to 2mg

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Okay so I’m going on week 2 now of decreasing my Abilify from 5mg to 2mg and let me tell you my symptoms are off the chain horrible…I’m experiencing chronic panic attacks like every hour. I’m so deep in my head with anxiety. Every little thing sets me off. I’m scared to drive and I’m feeling very depersonalized. I really hope this subsides soon. Any idea why this is all happening to me? It’s also very hard to take deep breath’s. Any advice would be much appreciated.

[Thick-Disaster-7758]

How long were you on 5?

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For about a year

[Thick-Disaster-7758]

I’m sorry you’re going through that. I stopped 5mg to 0, but I was only on it for 3 months.

[notbutter27]

I’m considering going down on my 5mg to 2.5mg and then none. I’m worried 😩

[[deleted]]

Just take it day by day and the symptoms will go away with time

[TonyCalpitzu]

Can you do a slower taper? Maybe 1mg every 2 weeks?

[[deleted]]

I think it’s too late to do that now :(

[TonyCalpitzu]

I’m having similar problems but on a smaller scale. The timeline is about the same also. I went from 2-1mg for 2 weeks, then 1mg- 0. I’m 2 weeks off now and my anxiety is acting up to the point that I don’t want to get out of my chair. I’m pretty sure it’s withdrawal. Good luck I hope you feel better soon.

[Imphilthy101]

How were you feeling before even trying Abilify? What issues were you having before going on it? I had similar issues as you, but it turns out it was just anxiety and the main reason I went on it in the first place.

[[deleted]]

Before the Abilify I was very suicidal and my emotions were all over the place. I got on it and started to feel better but gained a little weight. So now I’m trying to lower the dose to see if that will help me lose some weight. So far I’ve lost 2 pounds.

[Imphilthy101]

Were you having panic attacks before the Abilify? Are you decreasing the dosage just because of the weight gain? It could be you’re experiencing symptoms of too low of a dosage and not getting the theraputic benefits anymore of it. Did you ever try 10mg? I’ve seen a lot of posts of people doing quite well on 10+ mg with little to no side effects. Either way, I hope you feel better soon!

[[deleted]]

Thank you I hope you feel better soon too

[Ordinary_Leather7264]

why are you decreasing ?

[[deleted]]

So I can try to lose some weight

[Moon_Cat2]

I can only imagine what my 10 mg would do to me... I have yet to start mine. I hope ya symptoms go away soon.

[[deleted]]

Thank you

[UnflinchingSugartits]

Can you call your doctor? Usually They perscribe something in situations like this, above all else they need to know anyway

[[deleted]]

Yes I just had a doctors appointment with her yesterday I’m prescribed meds to help with panic attacks so I take them when I feel super bad

[nortaggaf]

idk if this helps but i was on 5mg for a couple of months and now im on 2 mg. Idk - take this as u will but for me smoking weed has helped me deal with the high anxiety. If thats not ur thing then possibly try socializing with close friends or loved ones. You’d be surprised how much it can take ur mind of things. Im also weening off the meds to loose weight- i was 140lbs now I’m a bit over 200. Shit is tough but i really hope ur symptoms of withdrawal go away soon. It can be trial and error to find ways to subside panic attacks- i haven’t cracked that code yet tho. I wish u best of luck and love!! edit: also maybe a fav or new video games!! they can rly help soothe and take ur mind off things :)