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First, we need to be sure of diagnosis before commenting on medications. But, at the outset. Does'nt make sense giving antipsychotics and antidepressants considering the doses in which they have been prescribed.

First, we need to be sure of diagnosis before commenting on medications. But, at the outset. Does'nt make sense giving antipsychotics and antidepressants considering the doses in which they have been prescribed.

Dear mam,

Sinuses are very common especially in pollen season as for now. Lack of sleep due to clogged sinuses with headache aggravates fatigue and low energy.

You may take the following herbs for betterment.
A decoction of Tulsi, black pepper, dried ginger, cinnamon and jaggery will help you open the clogged sinuses, improve mucous secretion and boost immunity.

There are other herbs that I can prescribe you depending upon your condition only after a consultation...more

In fact this is a standout feature of schizophrenia and can ideally be resolved in therapy. Anyway, you must always combine medication with therapy for the best results. The counseling gives you an avenue to work with your emotional issues and you will develop skills in coping with the everyday challenges that life throws at you. You need to be occupied, and fit into a routine of interesting activities every day. Yoga and meditation is also necessary to train your brain to be disciplined and rem...more

Dear lybrate-user,
since how long your mother is suffering from schizophrenia? Was it well controlled with allopathic medicines before taking herbalife? Did the symptoms of schizophrenia became serious after herbalife? Both of you are taking herbalife as treatment for psychosis or for weight reduction? Question yourself and with the answers, get back to allopathic medicine psychiatrist for treatment of schizophrenia. Along with uninterrupted long term antipsychotic treatment, with lifestyle ...more

The herbal products have no effect on the psychosis and are only a waste of time and money. You need to take allopathic mecications

Sizodon does cause weight gain but the benifits of taking medications far outweighs the risks of not taking them. So, don't discontinue medications as long as doctor don't say so. You will have to cut down on your food intake and also start exercising regularly.

To get rid of trouble surgery is advisable in your case. Many cases of sinusitis can be managed by medical management for frequent recurrence indicates complete assessment and surgical intervention accordingly.

Can try hiking up ssris, fluoxetine upto 80 mg and if these are episodic behaviors, then .maintenance ect can be tried. But with caution. But ect I would not have recommended if another antipsychotic was open as an option. Consult a psychiatrist for nearby for discussing best options. This decision is better taken after detailed assessment of impulsive behavior and trying out some behavioral methods would be possible only if patient is available for assessment.

1. Do saline gargles daily.
2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of ac. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, when there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected.
4. Drink hot liquids --hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably i...more