I've been slowly tapering off an antipsychotic drug (5-7%/month). I'm doing this without my pdoc's input. Down to 0.05 mgs. day. Feel fine, no major withdrawal symptoms so far just haven't slept as well past two nights. I'm worried about getting TD if I stay on any longer which is one reason I want off this drug. Also, I don't have psychosis and don't need this stuff. No one ever told me about TD. I found out about it by researching the drug.

What are the chances of getting TD when you've been on an atypical antipsychotic for over 3 years? What's the ratio? How long after being on this drug do you get it and from what I can tell, it seems to happen if you've been on high doses and/or have been on it long term. What's long term? What are the early signs of TD? Sure could use some support.

What's your take on making this taper a success? Hoping to be off by Christmas or can I aim sooner?