chlorpromazine uses - #18089
I've been on chlorpromazine for almost a year now, and honestly, I'm starting to question whether it’s really the right medication for me. My doctor prescribed it because I was struggling with severe mood swings, occasional anxiety, and trouble sleeping. At first, it seemed like it was helping—I felt calmer, and my racing thoughts weren’t as bad. But over time, I noticed I was feeling really sluggish, like my body was moving in slow motion. Even getting out of bed in the morning feels like a huge task. I started looking into chlorpromazine uses, and I was surprised to see that it’s mostly used for schizophrenia and severe agitation. I don’t have schizophrenia, just mood instability, and I wonder if it’s too strong for me. I feel emotionally numb most of the time, like my natural energy is completely gone. I also have some weird side effects—my hands shake sometimes, I get really dry mouth, and my digestion is not great either. When I talked to my doctor about this, he said these side effects are normal and that my body would adjust. But it’s been almost a year, and I still don’t feel like myself. It’s like I’m constantly tired, I have no motivation, and I feel detached from everything around me. I used to enjoy going out with friends, reading, and working out, but now I just feel exhausted all the time. I’ve also noticed that since starting chlorpromazine, I’ve been dealing with random stomach issues. I read that one of the chlorpromazine uses is to help with nausea, but my digestion has actually been worse. I feel bloated a lot, and sometimes I get sharp stomach pains, especially after eating. Could this be connected? I’m starting to think about stopping this medication, but I don’t want to just quit suddenly. I’ve heard that withdrawal can be rough, and I don’t want to make things worse. That’s why I’m looking into Ayurveda—are there natural alternatives for mood swings and anxiety? Is there an Ayurvedic way to reduce my dependence on this medication and balance my body again? Also, if chlorpromazine uses include affecting the nervous system, could there be a way to naturally support my nervous system so that I don’t feel this drained all the time? Are there Ayurvedic herbs or treatments that help restore energy and mental clarity after taking something like this for a long time? If anyone has gone through something similar or has any recommendations for balancing mental health through Ayurveda, I’d really appreciate it.
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