Posted by Shelley on November 25, 2005, at 8:20:12
In reply to Re: tardive dyskinesia » Shelley, posted by Tepiaca on November 23, 2005, at 21:36:38
Tep,
Where do you have the muscle twitches? What new symptoms developed recently?
My TD symptoms began with some strange feeling of pressure on my tongue, after which I decided not to take perphenazine anymore. But during that period something extremely stressful came up so I took 1 mg for a while in order to get through the nights. After the severe stress was over, I developed exteme weakness and difficulty breathing, along with many other symptoms. I went to the ER and was told I had symptoms of TD, which I haden't noticed till then. The doctors later concluded the problem was depression and panic attacks, but they worsened and I developed dystonia and more TD symptoms such as tongue rolling and teeth clenching. Also, when I speak, it looks as though my mouth isn't moving much.
TD wasn't my main concern then and when my other problems finally improved, some mild symptoms of the TD remained, such as teeth clenching. Only recently have the symptoms worsened some.If you were on 2-3 mg of perphenazine for a year, it is probably not very likely that you developed severe or irreversible TD. How long have you been off the drug?
Don't let my experience with perphenazine frighten you. Besides the fact that I took it for several years and at a larger dose, I suspect another physical problem is responsible for my severe symptoms and sensitivity to TD. Everyone is different, though I think you should discuss your concern with your doctor and perhaps see a neurologist to diagnose the twitches. If you must take APs for a while, the newer drugs are probably safer, so try not to worry.
Take care,
Shelley.
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