Latuda User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Girlgeo
• April 28, 2015

For Bipolar Disorder "I started Latuda (20 mg) about 2 weeks ago and felt improvement almost immediately, like within 24 hours. I was extremely skeptical thinking it was just an anomaly, but I have felt good every day since starting it. I am bipolar 1 and was in EXTREME depression and anxiety before starting it. I do not take it with food and have had no nausea. (As a matter of fact, I had more nausea before starting Latuda than after!) I have been on about 8 other meds, and none have worked like this. Just 3 weeks ago, I could not even sit at the table for a family dinner. I was so depressed and anxious I would leave almost immediately. Now I feel happy (yes, happy!) and sociable. At first, it made me sleepy, but that one side effect has left."

• livin...
• August 30, 2015

For Bipolar Disorder "After 6 years of different meds that never worked, I was put on 20mg of Latuda. Didn't do anything, didn't work at all. Doc upped it to 40mg. Taking 40mg gave me maybe 3 weeks of terrible headaches and nausea. Then one morning, I woke up and actually felt good, well-rested, clear-headed...it was such a strange feeling to me. Then I turned on some music and I actually felt music again, I started dancing around while getting ready. Started reaching out socially, started exercising, and started actually taking a shower every morning again! I cannot express in words how good and normal I feel, I actually feel things again. Latuda did a 180-degree change in my life, thanks to the researchers who created this drug, you guys are amazing!"

• Anonymo
• October 12, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "It's been a love-hate relationship with Latuda for me. After 2 months of using it, I noticed a significant change in my depression, which was fantastic. But, I experience SEVERE nausea even when I eat enough food. I have even thrown up about 6 or 7 times within my 7 months of taking it. Which is unpleasant to say the least. The nausea usually sets in about 30-45 minutes after taking and lasts anywhere from 5 minutes to an hour."

• lisa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 19, 2013

For Bipolar Disorder "Absolutely amazing. I have been treated for bipolar/major depression since I was an adolescent. Been on everything under the sun. Some did help, but nothing kept me consistently on an even keel. By the time my doctor gave me samples of Latuda, I had no expectations. For the first time in my adult life, I feel normal. My mood is relaxed and happy, I'm sleeping well and no excessive hunger. It does kill your libido, but that is fine with me, I have lost 7 lbs. I started on 40mg and gradually increased to 120mg. I also take 300mg Wellbutrin, 30mg Adderall twice a day, and Ativan as needed for anxiety. This medication is life-changing."

• five1...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 23, 2015

For Bipolar Disorder "Switched to Latuda after suffering a full manic episode. Works so much better than Depakote. No real side effects. Works very well at helping to control my mood swings and manic energy. Everyone, including myself, can't believe how well it works for me."

• Robin...
• May 13, 2011

For Schizophrenia "2 weeks ago I had a severe psychotic break despite both Abilify and Geodon. To avoid hospitalization, my doctor and I usually add Zyprexa, but I wanted to avoid the rapid weight gain, though it is otherwise a miracle drug. This time we tried Latuda. Within about 5 days my thoughts were much clearer, my energy higher, mood brighter. Overall Latuda seemed the medication I had been looking for: Zyprexa without side effects: no weight gain and no extreme sedation (in fact the opposite): I sleep fine at night. I do at times take a little Ativan, at night but not always. And I wake in the morning eager to rise and meet whatever the day brings. In short, I haven't felt better and more hopeful than this is a very long while."

• Jay-1...
• February 28, 2017

For Bipolar Disorder "This med has saved my life!!! I was addicted to heroin and Xanax, trying to always self-medicate the effects of bipolar. I tried so many meds and had so many dangerous side effects like a bad rash from Lamictal and muscles locking up from 3 other meds, and had to get rushed to the hospital to get Benadryl shots. Ever since I've been on this, I feel like I did when I was a kid: very free and level, no crazy obsessive thoughts or cravings. I have not had a drug craving at all. Nor do I want anything to do with drugs, because now that my mind is clear and balanced, I have no use for them. This med definitely is the main thing helping me stay sober, and it saved me from myself and my thoughts!!!"

• jhudora
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 30, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "Amazing medicine! My doctor finally took me off Seroquel and put me on an upped dose of Latuda, making my dosage 160 mg instead of 80 mg. I feel great and never better. I've lost 20 lbs in a month! Now I'm stuck at this weight, but I did lose most of the weight I gained before. It definitely makes me sleepy, but I've heard this goes away soon as your body adjusts. As for the nausea, I've found eating a small amount before and a larger portion after taking the medicine, and following it with a ginger pill and milk helps to stop it."

• SoCal...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 14, 2017

For Bipolar Disorder "I'm hoping my comments reach out to those who, like me, gave up on medication time and time again as it affected their workouts. As a long-distance runner and someone suffering from years of major PTSD and anxiety, it was nearly impossible to have the stamina to run while on meds. I'd have to grin and bear the struggles of my PTSD without meds during my years of marathon training. Cymbalta and Latuda have been the perfect combination for me. Though Latuda is more for bipolar, it has helped many people with PTSD, like myself. I have no weight gain and I have plenty of stamina to do my running. I'm so grateful to God and my doctor for finding the best program for me. If you're an athlete, help is out there."

• 20yea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2013

For Bipolar Disorder "I was diagnosed with Bipolar II after being told I had depression for about 2 years. My doctor prescribed me Wellbutrin, which I am still on and love. Following that, I was put on Prozac to 'take my edge off,' and I took it for 2 years, but it gave me horrible nightmares, and I am now off of it. My doctor then prescribed me Latuda. I have been on it for about 3-4 weeks and have loved it. Before I was diagnosed with type II, I had no idea why I would be so upset one day but feel great with an abundance of energy the next day. It was my cycles. I cycle very frequently. However, the Latuda has helped me stay constant and stable. I don't get upset over stupid things anymore (and they were stupid) and now have a better capability of letting things go."

• NEW...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 7, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "I took Latuda yesterday for the first time. I took it around 5 p.m. I couldn't sleep well during the night, but that was probably just getting used to the medicine. I went for a walk for exercise and felt great. I felt pleasure again. I felt joy, happiness, and love."

• Carpe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2012

For Bipolar Disorder "This has been a miracle! I went from avoiding everyone and everything, even cleaning or talking to friends. I've started doing everything around the house. I've been able to stand up for myself. I'm happy every day. Gone are the 'I'm having a bad day'. Only drawback: first 3 weeks I had to take it at bedtime because I was very nervous and jittery. That subsided, no problems with stomach, have not lost any weight, but I'm much more active. Like night and day difference. I'm so happy."

• Bipolar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 25, 2016

For Bipolar Disorder "Currently taking 80mg once a day for bipolar II. Take with food at night, otherwise feel nauseous. Used to be terrified of going out in public (grocery store), and now I no longer feel anxious going shopping by myself. Had extreme road rage; everyone around me made me angry. I have no road rage at all now, even with LA traffic. I can go dancing with my friends and be completely sober, when before I'd have to have a few drinks before I'd even think about stepping out on the dance floor. Latuda has really changed my life. I am more social, less irritable, and just a better person to be around."

• Stable...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 21, 2016

For Bipolar Disorder "Latuda has saved my life. I have been on it for two years now and haven't had any bipolar symptoms in that time. I have Type I bipolar and prior to Latuda, I had been suffering from severe mixed state and very suicidal. I was starting to lose hope that I would ever get better. I have had a completely normal life for the past two years. I have had serious stress (huge events!) and have stayed stable through everything. This drug is a miracle. I haven't had any side effects that I can notice - I've got issues with short-term memory, but I don't know if that is a function of the bipolar itself or the meds. It's always been an issue. And for me, it isn't crippling, I just lose details."

• Yeatt...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 12, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "I have been telling everyone I trust that this is the best medicine I have ever taken! I have tried everything! I mean everything! I only have a little weight gain and that's it. I'm not tired or exhausted. My crashes are like 5 seconds! Seriously! I'm 44 years old, I'm a leisure Body Builder, and I'm in shape. I've always been in tune with my body. I always feel if I have a cold coming on and I would fight it before it becomes full blown. I know if I'm getting side effects from medicine, which I always have from the other medicines. Latuda does not mess with me sexually either. I recommend this medicine!"

• Chubb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "Amazing medicine. I tried almost everything with no results. I felt hopeless and wanted to die until Latuda. It has made a great difference in my life in less than 3 weeks. I now feel again... amazing! Only drawback is the cost if you do not have insurance but thankfully I do."

• Corks...
• November 30, 2014

For Schizophrenia "Latuda is the best mood stabilizer there is. At least for me. It certainly does not act like a stimulant towards depression and nor does it act like an SSRI. The medication is awesome because it feels more like a mood stabilizer than saying it's an antipsychotic even though it is. Latuda helps everything. And the side effects are minimal. I would recommend this medicine to anyone who has depression, paranoia, and bipolar disorder."

• took...
• May 10, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "I took risperidone for approximately 1 year for bipolar, and although I liked the way it made me feel, it increased my hunger and I felt more out of control with my eating. I switched to Latuda and noticed my hunger level went from an 8 to about a 2. I felt more in control of my food intake. Although I still felt hungry, it wasn't a strong uncontrollable feeling of the need to eat. I recommend this to someone who likes risperidone but has less need for increased appetite. I am glad they approved this medicine for bipolar disorder."

• fluff
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 29, 2019

For Bipolar Disorder "I had tried several medications for bipolar disorder and they either made my symptoms worse or caused severe side effects. Latuda has been a miracle for my bipolar, I am stable now and there are no side effects."

• Grany
• July 12, 2013

For Bipolar Disorder "Before Latuda, I had become scared, thought everyone was lying to me. I had become violent, screaming, crying for long periods, sitting in the dark for hours, staying home. I started on 40mg daily. I noticed within 2 days I was thinking clearer and feeling less anxious. I was still having 'meltdowns' about every three days, so we went to 80mg six weeks ago. I have been much happier, more productive, and sleeping better. I take it at night. The worst side effect I had was swelling around my ankles, but that went away. I'm losing weight. No longer eat in my sleep. It hasn't fixed all, but it has me on the right track to trying to get well. Before Latuda, I didn't care about getting well. I hope and pray it keeps working."

• Ladye...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 12, 2019

For Bipolar Disorder "I take 60mg of Latuda a day. Been on it for 3 months now. I’ve gained a lot of weight & every time I take it I get super tired two hours afterwards. Other than that I feel AMAZING. I’ve suffered from bipolar disorder since I was 12 years old. I also have extreme paranoia with my bipolar but with my PRN I don’t have to fight my mind anymore. This has set my mood so straight I don’t feel like spending $200 on shoes when I need to pay bills & I don’t sit in my house for weeks wanting my life to end. I haven’t had a mental breakdown in months & I am so happy I found this drug. Although it’s kind of expensive & making me chunky. Lol"

• Rebecca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2015

For Bipolar Disorder "I was on Latuda for 23 days for my post-traumatic stress disorder, manic attacks, etc. At first, it seemed to be working. By day 19, I began having uncontrollable muscle shaking. On the last day I took it, my throat started closing up. My tongue was stuck to the roof of my mouth. Luckily, I had some Xanax. Otherwise, I'd have been in the ER. I couldn't sleep, think clearly, or simply sit still. I'm sure for some people this medication is helpful. It scared me because I was having problems swallowing and breathing."

• BPII...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2014

For Bipolar Disorder "I have high hopes for Latuda! Over the past 15 years, I have been treated for depression, anxiety disorder, and panic attacks, and things would sometimes get a little better, but eventually get worse again. I went through a particularly awful time about a month ago, so my doctor gave me a sample of Latuda. Like many here, I felt extreme exhaustion right away, which would put me straight to sleep. However, it abated a bit after the first few days, and by a week, it is not bad. I have gained some weight, but I think it's because I've been eating or taking Latuda later at night. (Nothing like what I gained on Abilify) I am also waking up earlier in the morning (7 a.m. instead of my 7:30 alarm) in a good mood!"

• Micah
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 24, 2019

For Bipolar Disorder "Latuda has been an incredible experience for me. I have been taking it for some time before I was even diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and have a myriad of mental health problems that are moderate to quite severe. Latuda puts a stop to a majority of my symptoms at 120mg (max dose), and those it doesn’t eliminate it makes very manageable. No partner drugs (yet), and no awful side effects. I have recently come across the issue of the cost of the medication and have struggled incredibly because of it. I’m going to be able to take it again starting at 20mg and I’m still ecstatic to have my life back, because Latuda works for me time and time again after missed doses or periods of time where it has been unavailable to me. I would recommend this to anyone who struggles with bipolar/psychosis."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 26, 2019

For Bipolar Disorder "I've been on latuda for about 5 months. The first month it was fine but then everytime I took it I felt like I am going to jump out of my skin, my mom didnt think I was telling the truth but it almost feel like I'm dying its so uncomfy. The only thing I can do to stop it is go to sleep. But I don't want to sleep all day. I'm going to ask for new meds this week at the doctor. I have given it enough time to get the side effects to go away and it hasn't."