Natural Ways to Ease the Side Effects of Psychiatric Medication

Take note: This information has been gathered by patients, for patients. It is not medical advice. You should ask your doctor if you have any questions or if your side effects are too severe or last too long. That's what your doctor's there for. This is just common sense on dealing with some of the more short term side effects.

Back Pain

1. The Cold Hot Compress
For 2 or 3 days, use a cold compress on the sore area.
For the next few days switch to a warm compress.
After that alternate daily.

2. Make sure you're getting enough calcium and magnesium (a multivitamin should cover you.)

3. Place pillows under your knees or lie on your side in the fetal position.

4. Don't keep more than 1 pillow under your head.

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