Zyprexa alternatives have become sought after because many people desire more effective mental health treatments. They want to eliminate the suffocating side effects of antipsychotic medications and feel confident using alternative drug-free options for a balanced, satisfying life.
Alternative to Meds Center provides effective Zyprexa alternatives treatment that can help those who want to come off this medication and start living their lives more fully!
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Antipsychotic alternatives are alive and well at Alternative to Meds Center. We have accumulated and published evidence of our client’s consistent success, a success that lasts long-term after finishing their programs with us. Whether a medical condition was overlooked or some other contributing issue needed to be resolved, we work to get to the bottom of what is causing unwanted symptoms and handle them without resorting to prescribing heavy medication when alternatives can be just as or more effective, without the side effects.
This video details the recovery journey of a young man who was basically a throwaway in mental institutions. He had been hospitalized so many times that there seemed no hope. His mother still believed in his potential, and amazingly got him to ATMC. He was able to dump the diagnosis of schizophrenic, and in the 10 years since graduating has been an accomplished book author and international speaker.
When Zyprexa (olanzapine) is initially prescribed and administered, there is no real way to tell beforehand how a patient will react. Possibly, this medication may not be sufficient to control a patient’s symptoms. That can be a prelude to the hopelessness that there is no help at all. Ultimately, side effects can become too overwhelming to continue treatment. Some side effects can even be potentially lethal, such as gastric hypomobility, or shutting down the intestines.1 Weight gain, diabetes, and other reactions are clearly noted in consumer warnings issued by the FDA.5 There can be much better, safer, and less toxic alternatives than Zyprexa.
Healthcare providers may recommend Zyprexa substitutes such as therapy or other antipsychotic medications, such as Haldol (haloperidol), Clozaril (clozapine), and others. The FDA has licensed Zyprexa, (generic name olanzapine) for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Doctors also prescribe it to treat depression. Some doctors have prescribed it for eating disorders as it causes weight gain in a significant percentage of those who take the drug.
The drug manufacturers recommend prescribing Zyprexa in combination with the antidepressant Prozac, (generic fluoxetine). Zyprexa, classified as an atypical (second generation) antipsychotic, is intended to reduce symptoms of the above mentioned mental conditions. However, antipsychotic medications typically cause unwanted side effects. Therefore, this medication may not render adequate treatment for some individuals. Doctors also prescribe Zyprexa when other drugs do not work, such as when persons with depression do not respond to antidepressants. So, some Zyprexa users are already taking it is an alternative to previous drug treatments. Studies clearly show that a drug like Zyprexa can produce no improvements for some, and horrible outcomes for others. 2, 4
When depressed individuals unsuccessfully try many different drugs that don’t work, it can worsen depression and lead an individual to feel utterly lost. An individual might begin to wonder why the drug is not working. They may even start to think that there is something hopelessly wrong with them. There is nothing wrong that cannot be, at the very least, improved if not fully resolved with the correct treatment. Prescription medications are not the only treatment for depression, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder. When prescription drugs such as antipsychotics don’t work, it may be time to consider Zyprexa alternative therapies. Maybe the problems weren’t because of a label you were given, but more likely, some contributing factors just weren’t looked into. Effective alternative treatments provide relief in a way that can sort out the matter, and help to avoid the risks of psychotropic medications.
While massage therapy alone likely won’t adequately replace the need for antipsychotic medication in individuals with depression, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder, combining simple therapies such as massage, acupuncture, and learned relaxation techniques can be factors in a well-rounded, comprehensive Zyprexa alternatives program.
Individuals seeking Zyprexa replacement options may consider consulting a doctor who practices Zyprexa holistic alternatives and who practice complementary medicine. Alternative and holistic doctors only prescribe drugs when necessary and after trying every other possible option.
The answers are different for each person who wants to know how to safely correct or lessen the symptoms that often lead to being prescribed this medication. For example, testing can reveal excessive amounts of dopamine (the neurochemical of reward). An excess of this natural chemical will cause everything to be too stimulating. Consequently, this can result in manic episodes. Rather than suppressing the symptoms, correcting the diet can vastly improve this condition, along with targeted supplements and other measures. Another factor that can lead to excess dopamine is eating a diet that is lacking essential nutrients such as niacin, vitamins B6 and C, zinc, among others. Low blood sugar and other food-related issues can also result in psychotic episodes or mania, particularly in sensitive individuals. As well, genetics may be pertinent where manic episodes are present. Zyprexa, like all antipsychotic medications, restricts dopamine. Unfortunately, this also results in a person who is now unable to enjoy life’s rewards.
Alternative to Meds Center uses a comprehensive array of treatments that are designed to get to the root of the problems a person has been experiencing, as opposed to simply dulling the awareness of unwanted symptoms, or deadening the person’s reactions to life. Reducing symptoms along with reducing dosage are two prime points of focus, in tandem, for a safe, manageable experience. 
Alternative to Meds Center in beautiful Sedona Arizona has been helping people for over 15 years to extricate themselves from the tangle that can occur when drug dependence and drug side effects and unwanted symptoms needed authentic help. We offer the kind of help that can give a person back access to their hopes and dreams and their love of life. We invite your call, so you can talk with us and find out more about the kinds of help that Alternative to Meds Center can provide concerning Zyprexa alternatives.
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