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Bipolar disorder
Sir
I have been taking lithium 300 twice and risperidone 2mg since 3years .how many years should I continue.
My doctor said he will stop medicine after 5years by tapering it later he said if it recur it will be lifelong..
I hate using medicines because they are causing weight gain and making me numb with hand tremors.
The positive side is I can move socially and maintain good relations..
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Dr. Gourav Monga
Psychiatrist
17 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Hi...
I can understand your concern regarding tremors and weight gain....
Lithium induced tremors are common and weight gain issues are common with risperidone
Next Steps
I would advise you to consult ur doctor for alternative drugs if possible as we have a plenty of choices and medication which doesn't cause such side effects
Health Tips
Do regular exercise to maintain ur weight
Don't stop any drug abruptly without consultation
good luck
have a good health
regards
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