Re: [at-l] H-EEEELP

[Bruce Waldrop <waldrop@pop.uky.edu>]

Reading this message reminded me that it was time to take my Clozaril.
No it didn't.  Yes it did.  Did not.  Yes it did............

Voodoo Chile

OK -- its been a long week.   Can somebody undo my straight-jacket please?

"W F Thorneloe, MD" wrote:

> When going nuts, drugs such as Haldol, Thorazine and similar agents have a long
> history of safety and efficacy. Newer agents such as Clozaril, Seroquel,
> Risperdal, Zyprexa and others may have fewer movement side effects, but are
> expensive and are associated with weight gain. If the psychotic episode is
> fairly acute and reactive to a troublesome stimulus, such as the rash, a
> sedative such as a benzodiazepine can be very effective and safe.
> Anitihistamines can help the puritis of the rash, but has little efficacy for
> psychotic symptoms.
>
> Of course, you should consult with a real world doctor regarding your specific
> symptoms and medical history before attempting any of these interventions.
>
> OrangeBug
> Atlanta, GA
>
> At 08:43 PM 1/28/1999 -0800, kahley7 wrote:
> >I know this is a dumb thing to do on a backpacker site,
> >but I seem to be having some sort of allergic reaction.
> >I have broken out in a rash that itches like MAD!!!
> >If this happened to you on the trail, would you take
> >a cold pill with benedryl????? I am going nuts!!!!
> >
> >* From the Appalachian Trail Mailing List |  http://www.backcountry.net  *
>
> * From the Appalachian Trail Mailing List |  http://www.backcountry.net  *

* From the Appalachian Trail Mailing List |  http://www.backcountry.net  *

==============================================================================