paix1137: Does anyone have a success story for tapering off Zyprexa?

[paix1137]

Did the cognitive impairment from the medication improve?

[paix1137]

What is the best way to do it?

[getofflex]

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On 4/3/2021 at 4:39 PM, paix1137 said:

What is the best way to do it?

 

I'm assuming "it" means withdrawing from Zyprexa?  If so, here is some information: 

 

Tapering is best done extremely slowly, and we taper by 10% of the current dose, so that the taper becomes exponentially smaller.

 

 Why Taper by 10% of my Dosage  

 

Tips for Tapering Off Zyprexa

 

Also, as we are tapering, we suggest keeping things slow, simple, and stable. 

 

Keep it Simple, Slow, and Stable

 

Here is a success story of someone who got off Zyprexa.  Please keep in mind that he may have tapered too fast and had problems from that.  

 

Andy Finally Off Zyprexa

 

We will give you more information when we get more details from you.  Take care. 

Edited April 5, 2021 by getofflex