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Risperdal and sleep
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Is there anyone who can give me advise on how to wake-up in the mornings, because I use to be a early bird, but since I have been on risperdal I just cant wake up. I really need advice?????
plz help me
Posted on 10/03/09, 04:10 am
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Reply #1 - 10/04/09  8:50am
" hey cel
when do u take it how much dosage r u on "
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Reply #2 - 10/04/09  11:18am
" at night. 2mg "
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Reply #3 - 10/09/09  5:20pm
" hey
do you normally have problems sleeping? could you prehaps split the dose between morning and night or will it make you tired in the day?
x "
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Reply #4 - 10/10/09  2:39pm
" lets try and see "
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Reply #5 - 10/10/09  3:48pm
" When I was on Risperdal I would take it at about 8 pm and goto bed at around 10 or 11 pm and was able to wake up earlly this way. Hope this info helps you in some way.
Best Wishes,
Derek "
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Reply #6 - 10/14/09  9:07pm
" Antipsychotics can cause fatigue as a side effect which could be why your sleeping in late. They can also cause sleep apnea if you've gained weight because of the pills.

You should tell your doctor that you are not waking up as early as you'd like to. Maybe he/she can suggest something that can help you wake up a little earlier. "

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