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Schizophrenia and movement disorders

Mental Health | Last Active: Oct 6, 2022 | Replies (20)

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@hopeful1953

Hi John
After years of Abilify his involuntary movements have increased. As your son, mine as well tries to hide these movements.
We were just told that Abilify is to have the least side affects.
It was suggested that he take a prescription that might keep theses movements in “check”
He reads up on all scripts and will not take anymore medication.
Botox has been suggested.
Is anyone familiar with Botox to reduce movements.
Thank you

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Hi @hopeful1953, I don't have any experience with Botox but there is evidence that it can help. Here's some information I found that might be helpful:

-- Botox™ for Movement Disorders:
https://www.neurologysolutions.com/approach-and-treatments/botox/
-- Botulinum Toxin in Movement Disorders: An Update:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7827923/