Stopping antipsychotic treatment
Many people begin to feel well after a period of taking antipsychotics. They may then wish to stop taking the drugs.
For some this will be possible and should be done with the supervision of your doctor. Your doctor will gradually reduce the dose you take while you and your relatives of friends keep watch for any signs that your illness may be returning.
For some people stopping taking drugs may result in symptoms returning within weeks or even many months after the drug has been stopped. Some people may not be able to stop taking antipsychotics. This is because the antipsychotics are keeping them well and preventing the symptoms of the illness returning.
For some people stopping taking drugs may result in symptoms returning within weeks or even many months after the drug has been stopped. Some people may not be able to stop taking antipsychotics. This is because the antipsychotics are keeping them well and preventing the symptoms of the illness returning.
Stopping antipsychotics suddenly can cause 'rebound psychosis'. This means that the symptoms of the original illness return suddenly, and may result in you needing to be hospitalised.
