Tardive Dyskinesia
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I have recently been diagnosed with a severe case of Tardive Diskinesia...this is a completely diabilitating condition that overtakes your life and has no known cure at this time...I'm 62y/o, married with 2 older children...the effects of this horrid disease have been mentally, physically and emotionally devestating...the sad fact is that this was absolutely preventable...the cause was the failure of drug companies to notify the physicans of the risks that went along with the usage...these drug include: Reglan, Metraclopine, Seroque, Ambilify and other anti-depressants...this disease has been dormant in my system for a very long time as I have been taking anti-depressants for 15-20 years...the message that I'm trying to convey is to research the medications that you are using and do not be intimidated by your Dr's.
Question everything!!!

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I have tried some meds associated w/ Parkinson but haven't had much success...I going to start a new T.D. med as soon as my sleep schedule returns to somewhat of a normal thing...(this is a challenge in itself)...I keep on trying stuff, but at times, feel like a science project...went to a ENT this week and he gave me meds for my drooling (they had mixed results as my nighttime drooling slowed considerable but I woke w/ bloody noses and the daytime drool still exist quite strongly...double-edged sword)...I cut back on the med intake but am afraid it won't be strong enough...damned if you do...damned if you don't...he also gave me a antihistamine
spray for my throat...perhaps that's contributing to the bloody noses...it's difficult at best...see another Dr. on Friday...expenses are getting substantial...if I didn't have health ins., don't know what I'd do...

Bert

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@Bert,

I couldn't agree with you more on the matter of thoroughly researching these substances before ingesting them. Although I think your post conveys enough of a warning to others who might also be reading this. I truly hope you're able to find some sort of relief with regards to various treatment options. I was actually reading online that certain anti-parkinsonian drugs (like Miraplex) may be beneficial as well. Is this something you've already looked into with your doctor?

@Melanie,

It sounds like it may be a good idea to speak with various attorneys in your area, just to get a better perspective on how to best prepare for litigation (i.e. things like taking notes or record of ailments/symptoms that this medication has caused; along with medical records showing the diagnosis; write ups mentioning how it effects your day to day life; etc). Perhaps an attorney would also have more specific details on any successfully claimed cases. I even find that a lot of people who suffered from medications have taken it upon themselves to start petitions against the drug/company that caused all their problems. Definitely worth looking into since it has probably happened to countless others as well.

I hope this helps!

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I got Tardive Dystonia after only 14 days on Cymgen, a Cymbalata generic.
I has been 20 months of @#!*% .
Do you know of anyone who has successfully claimed from the drug company?

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My wife has had PD for 15 years, during which time she has taken nearly every medication available, usually with success...

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