Finally weaned off Seroquil

To guest posted 5-13-07; I think we are all different with our withdrawal manifestations..... This is how it went for me.

I tapered off slowly. It took about 2 months... Studied internet for any help. All was well until the last lick of the pill. Then no sleep for 48 hours. This is what I have learned; Magnesium or Melatonin are useful before going to bed to help with sleep. Felt weak, tired, upset stomach and irritable for about a week.... Developed a sever case of the itches everywhere. They lasted about a week. The vitamins I learned were important for bi-polar are Zink, Folic Acid and B12. Important for mood health is Cod Liver Oil. Now when I see my mind running wild, I sit quietly and meditate for 1/2 hour. This method has, so far, worked 100%. And of course the diet: No white foods. No sugar binges. And always balance reasonable sugar and carbohydrates with protein. Keeping the body's chemicals in balance is most important for me.

Also took a good look at what, in my life, creates the good feeling chemicals, endorphins, and found, for me, it is accomplishment. I then accomplish something everyday and use my thoughts to dwell on the accomplishment if I start to think negatively. And I stopped doing activates which made me feel less.

It has all been worth it.... I am feeling better than I have in years. I think the Seroquil had some positive effects, being; it leveled the playing field so I could see myself in a new light. Was able to see unwarranted anger and erroneous thinking... But glad I was able to use it only as a stepping stone to discover and utilize my own powers of observation and application.... Good luck to all. Desertflower.