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FDA Reported Geodon Side Effects: tardive dyskinesia, dystonia, extrapyramidal disorder, swollen tongue, depression, dizziness, loss of consciousness, convulsion, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, aggression, sedation.
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Geodon Side Effects Report #5341410-8Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Oct 12, 2006. Male patient, weighting 170.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, hepatic enzyme increased. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5341413-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Oct 16, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 160 MEQ (80 MG,2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5313957-1
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Apr 20, 2007. Male patient, weighting 145.1 lb, was diagnosed with depression, psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abnormal behaviour, corneal reflex decreased, eating disorder symptom, fluid intake reduced, homicidal ideation, insomnia, mental impairment, mydriasis, polydipsia. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ZYPREXA, CLONAZEPAM. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5314114-5
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Apr 24, 2007. Female patient, 45 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pancreatitis. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with CLONIDINE, ADDERALL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5315124-4
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Apr 27, 2007. Male patient, 45 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dizziness, palpitations. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5317190-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Apr 24, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: DAILY DOSE:160MG. During the same period patient was treated with SEROQUEL, AMBIEN. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5319285-2
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Apr 28, 2007. Female patient, 35 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar i disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hypersensitivity, respiratory depression, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: DAILY DOSE:40MG. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5320717-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 01, 2007. Male patient, weighting 207.9 lb, was diagnosed with mental disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cardiac failure, renal failure, respiratory failure. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with RISPERDAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5322786-4
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 01, 2007. Male patient, weighting 246.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia, paranoid type and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: disorientation, hallucination, auditory, heat exhaustion, hyponatraemia, mental impairment, neglect of personal appearance, paranoia, rhabdomyolysis. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ZOLOFT, CLOZAPINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5322857-2
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on May 02, 2007. Female patient, 33 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5324440-1
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 03, 2007. Male patient, 23 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: compartment syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with WELLBUTRIN, EFFEXOR, KLONOPIN, ADVIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5331622-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on May 16, 2007. Male patient, 35 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: surgery, urinary retention. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ADDERALL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5333769-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 17, 2007. Female patient, 14 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: benign intracranial hypertension, musculoskeletal stiffness, optic discs blurred. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5333996-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 14, 2007. Male patient, weighting 233.9 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hypoaesthesia, increased appetite, oedema peripheral, psychotic disorder, sciatic nerve injury. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ZOLOFT, ATENOLOL, BENAZEPRIL HYDROCHLORIDE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5335260-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 15, 2007. Female patient, weighting 130.1 lb, was diagnosed with depression, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, depression, dissociation, dissociative disorder, mania, somnolence, suicidal ideation. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5341856-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on May 29, 2007. Male patient, 15 years of age, was diagnosed with psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: somnolence. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5346710-3
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 25, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hallucination, auditory. GEODON dosage: DAILY DOSE:160MG. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5349759-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on May 31, 2007. Male patient, 23 years of age, was diagnosed with major depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: compartment syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with WELLBUTRIN, EFFEXOR, KLONOPIN, ADVIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5351194-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 29, 2007. Female patient, weighting 132.9 lb, was diagnosed with sedation and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: depression, suicidal ideation. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with THYROID. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5352891-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 30, 2007. Male patient, weighting 266.1 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood cholesterol abnormal, coma, convulsion, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, pyrexia, sleep disorder. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with TOPAMAX, RISPERDAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died on 06/21/2006.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5352990-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 30, 2007. Male patient, 29 years of age, weighting 164.9 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, laryngospasm. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5352999-7
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 30, 2007. Male patient, weighting 270.1 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: contusion, hypersensitivity, nightmare, urticaria. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5353050-5
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 30, 2007. Male patient, weighting 130.1 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cyanosis, fall, pallor. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5354756-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on May 31, 2007. Male patient, weighting 215.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, atrial fibrillation, bipolar disorder, cardiac arrest, concussion, nausea, syncope. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with XANAX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5359356-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 05, 2007. Female patient, weighting 179.9 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, depression, tremor, sleep disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, blood glucose increased, depression, hallucination, auditory, panic attack, suicidal ideation, tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO, LAMICTAL, KLONOPIN, TOPAMAX, TRAZODONE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5359766-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on June 11, 2007. Female patient, weighting 278.6 lb, was diagnosed with mania and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, impulsive behaviour, screaming. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ATIVAN, CATAPRES, ANTIHYPERTENSIVES. Patient died on 06/03/2007.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5362619-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 12, 2007. Female patient, weighting 130.1 lb, was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood cholesterol increased, diabetes mellitus, hydrocephalus, irritable bowel syndrome, mydriasis, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizoaffective disorder. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NAVANE, ARTANE, INSULIN, FLUOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE, SIMVASTATIN, EFFEXOR. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5367838-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on June 11, 2007. Female patient, weighting 278.0 lb, was diagnosed with mania and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, impulsive behaviour, screaming. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ATIVAN, CATAPRES, ANTIHYPERTENSIVES. Patient died on 06/03/2007.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5367881-9
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 10, 2007. Male patient, weighting 215.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar i disorder, bipolar ii disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, atrial fibrillation, bipolar disorder, cardiac arrest, concussion, dilatation atrial, heart rate irregular, loss of consciousness, mitral valve incompetence. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with XANAX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5370487-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on June 25, 2007. Female patient, 56 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: nervousness. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5372812-1
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 19, 2007. Male patient, 23 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebrovascular accident, chest pain, insomnia, myocardial infarction, somnolence. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5373809-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on June 19, 2007. Male patient, 15 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: delayed puberty, gynaecomastia, weight increased. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5373826-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 20, 2007. Male patient, weighting 164.9 lb, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: activities of daily living impaired, asthenia, dysarthria, fatigue, headache, hypertension, insomnia, muscle twitching. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5375661-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on June 18, 2007. Female patient, 41 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anorexia, depression, obsessive thoughts, paranoia, weight decreased. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LAMICTAL, SEROQUEL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5375693-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 24, 2007. Female patient, 44 years of age, weighting 209.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar i disorder, migraine, cluster headache and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest discomfort, dizziness, dry mouth, flushing, migraine, nausea. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with RELPAX, TRAZODONE, DEPAKOTE. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5043297-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 03, 2006. Male patient, 22 years of age, weighting 132.0 lb, was diagnosed with affective disorder, depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: alcohol use, dystonia, musculoskeletal stiffness, restlessness. GEODON dosage: 40 MG BID PO. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5047066-6
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 19, 2006. Male patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anaphylactic shock, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5047136-2
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from SOUTH AFRICA on June 19, 2006. Male patient, 73 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (STAT), INTRAMUSCULAR. During the same period patient was treated with ETOMINE, ATIVAN, HALOPERIDOL. Patient died on 05/15/2006.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5047161-1
Physician from BRAZIL reported GEODON problem on June 19, 2006. Male patient, 48 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: delirium, electrocardiogram qt prolonged. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5047381-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from BRAZIL on June 21, 2006. Female patient, 44 years of age, was diagnosed with mental disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anorexia, aphasia, constipation, depression, emotional disorder, fear, somnolence, tremor. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (80 MG, 1X/DAY: EVERYDAY), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with FLUOXETINE. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5051099-3
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 26, 2006. Female patient, 59 years of age, weighting 158.0 lb, was diagnosed with asthenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: agitation, dizziness, eye disorder, fatigue, feeling abnormal, headache, heart rate increased, insomnia, loss of consciousness. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (20 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5051139-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on June 28, 2006. Female patient, 44 years of age, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, musculoskeletal stiffness. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5051369-9
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 26, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, weighting 182.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar i disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cardiac disorder. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5051976-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on June 26, 2006. Female patient, 38 years of age, weighting 200.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: constipation, feeling hot, insomnia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with MOTRIN, PERCOCET. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5053071-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on June 29, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: agitation, overdose. GEODON dosage: 20 MG, INTRAMUSCULAR. During the same period patient was treated with ACETAMINOPHEN. Patient died on 02/01/2006.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5053783-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from HONDURAS on June 28, 2006. Female patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with insomnia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: decerebration, delusion, hallucination, auditory, incorrect dose administered, overdose, respiratory arrest. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ALPRAZOLAM, CLONAZEPAM. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5054849-5
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 03, 2006. Female patient, 44 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: loss of consciousness. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO, COGENTIN, HALDOL DECANOATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5054851-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 03, 2006. Male patient, 45 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, blood pressure increased, body temperature increased, dystonia, muscle rigidity. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with KLONOPIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5061172-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 07, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with RITALIN. Patient died on 01/01/2006.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5061634-7
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 07, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral haematoma, palpitations. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5061643-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 11, 2006. Male patient, 49 years of age, weighting 235.0 lb, was diagnosed with cognitive disorder, diabetes mellitus and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abasia, diabetic coma, pollakiuria, retching, upper respiratory tract congestion. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (20 MG, 2 IN 1 D),. During the same period patient was treated with ATIVAN, PROZAC, COGENTIN. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5063232-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 12, 2006. Female patient, 16 years of age, was diagnosed with major depression, psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pituitary tumour benign. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with RISPERDAL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5064570-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 12, 2006. Female patient, 92 years of age, weighting 125.0 lb, was diagnosed with dementia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain upper, agitation, anorexia, asthenia, dizziness, hearing impaired, incoherent, mobility decreased, muscular weakness. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with GALANTAMINE, ZOLOFT, ALTACE, DILTIAZEM, METOPROLOL TARTRATE, DIGOXIN, SEROQUEL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5066625-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 18, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: injury, mania. GEODON dosage: 140 MG. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5067018-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 14, 2006. Male patient, 22 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aphasia, chills, dyskinesia, movement disorder, muscle tightness, pain in extremity, peripheral coldness. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5067150-0
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on July 15, 2006. Female patient, 32 years of age, weighting 187.0 lb, was diagnosed with anxiety and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: decreased activity, eye disorder, facial palsy, feeling abnormal, motor dysfunction, muscle twitching, nervous system disorder, pain, psychomotor skills impaired. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (20 MG, 1 IN 1 D), ORAL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5067173-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 13, 2006. Female patient, 41 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hepatic steatosis. GEODON dosage: 80MG EVERY MORNING/100MG EVERY NIGHT (FREQUENCY:BID). Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5067266-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from BRAZIL on July 14, 2006. Male patient, 48 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: bundle branch block right, delirium. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5069072-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 19, 2006. Female patient, weighting 180.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal distension, balance disorder, bedridden, dizziness, dysstasia, fluid retention, hyperhidrosis, hypothyroidism, lethargy. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG BID EVERY DAY). During the same period patient was treated with LITHIUM. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5069290-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on July 19, 2006. Female patient, 47 years of age, weighting 190.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, dizziness, ventricular fibrillation. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (160 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with PAXIL CR, XANAX, AMBIEN, CLOZARIL, REMERON. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5069298-3
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 20, 2006. Female patient, 23 years of age, was diagnosed with mental disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: thyroid disorder. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with COGENTIN, DEPAKOTE, TRAZODONE, SEROQUEL, LEVOTHYROXINE. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5069386-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on July 18, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, weighting 183.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: enuresis, liver disorder. GEODON dosage: 240 MG (80 MG, 3 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with WELLBUTRIN, LITHIUM. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5071568-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 03, 2006. Female patient, 45 years of age, weighting 170.0 lb, was diagnosed with hallucination, auditory and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, glucose tolerance impaired, glycosylated haemoglobin increased, palpitations, thirst. GEODON dosage: 120 MG NIGHTLY PO. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5073299-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 25, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 60 MG (60 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with LITHIUM. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5073338-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 20, 2006. Female patient, 23 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: activities of daily living impaired, fatigue, lethargy, viral infection, white blood cell count decreased. GEODON dosage: 60 MG MORNING/40 EVENING (INTERVAL: EVERYDAY). During the same period patient was treated with TOPAMAX. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5074133-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from HONDURAS on July 24, 2006. Female patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with psychotic disorder, insomnia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: decerebration, delusion, hallucination, auditory, incorrect dose administered, respiratory arrest, suicide attempt. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with ALPRAZOLAM, CLONAZEPAM, PAXIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5074454-4
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 24, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hallucination. GEODON dosage: (80 MG). Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5074550-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 21, 2006. Male patient, weighting 247.0 lb, was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dyspnoea, rash pruritic, wheezing. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with PRAZOSIN GITS. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5074552-5
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 21, 2006. Male patient, 18 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: apnoea, respiratory disorder. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5074715-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from BRAZIL on July 26, 2006. Male patient, 27 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: bipolar disorder, condition aggravated, fatigue, somnolence. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with TRILEPTAL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5074952-3
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 25, 2006. Female patient, 32 years of age, weighting 150.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, crying, malaise, nervousness, restlessness. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with EFFEXOR. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5075073-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 22, 2006. Female patient, 55 years of age, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: alanine aminotransferase increased, blood alkaline phosphatase increased, brain natriuretic peptide increased, c-reactive protein increased, fibrin d dimer increased. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D),. During the same period patient was treated with RISPERDAL, HALDOL, LORAZEPAM. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5075082-7
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 27, 2006. Female patient, 57 years of age, weighting 179.0 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, feeling abnormal, tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with SEROQUEL, NICOTINE POLACRILEX. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5075162-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 07, 2006. Male patient, 34 years of age, weighting 260.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: claustrophobia, feeling hot. GEODON dosage: 30 TO 60 MG PILL 4 TO 6 DAYS. During the same period patient was treated with ZYPREXA. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5075830-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 27, 2006. Female patient, weighting 276.0 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, condition aggravated, tremor. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5075871-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on July 23, 2006. Male patient, 22 years of age, weighting 175.0 lb, was diagnosed with mental disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aphasia, chills, diplegia, hypoaesthesia, insomnia, joint lock, muscle tightness, pain in extremity, pain in jaw. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with NEURONTIN, XANAX. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5076095-1
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on July 25, 2006. Female patient, 31 years of age, weighting 150.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: malaise. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5076129-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 27, 2006. Female patient, 25 years of age, was diagnosed with psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abnormal behaviour, condition aggravated, psychotic disorder. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5079353-X
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 02, 2006. Female patient, 47 years of age, weighting 190.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: ventricular fibrillation. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LIPITOR, PAXIL CR, XANAX, AMBIEN, CLOZARIL, REMERON. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5081592-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from SOUTH AFRICA on Aug 03, 2006. Male patient, 50 years of age, was diagnosed with anxiety, depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fatigue, hallucination, myalgia. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (20 MG, 1 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with FLUOXETINE. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5082469-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 02, 2006. Male patient, 58 years of age, weighting 180.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: white blood cell count decreased. GEODON dosage: 40 MG, 1 IN 1 D. During the same period patient was treated with VERAPAMIL, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, DIOVAN. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085326-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Aug 08, 2006. Male patient, 74 years of age, weighting 210.0 lb, was diagnosed with agitation and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cardiac arrest, cerebral disorder, sedation. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with COREG, PRINIVIL, ASPIRIN, CORDARONE, PROTONIX, ZOFRAN, INSULIN, ATIVAN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085734-0
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 08, 2006. Male patient, 49 years of age, weighting 235.0 lb, was diagnosed with cognitive disorder, diabetes mellitus and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abasia, coma, diabetes mellitus, pharmaceutical product counterfeit, pollakiuria, retching. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (20 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with ATIVAN, PROZAC, COGENTIN. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085753-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 02, 2006. Female patient, 47 years of age, weighting 190.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, dizziness, myalgia, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (160 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with LIPITOR, PAXIL CR, XANAX, AMBIEN, CLOZARIL, REMERON, LAMICTAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085758-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 02, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 300 MG (1 D). Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085788-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 08, 2006. Female patient, 67 years of age, weighting 165.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, mania and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cardiac disorder, chest discomfort, feeling abnormal, heart rate irregular, palpitations, paraesthesia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (120 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with PROZAC, NEURONTIN, EFFEXOR, VITAMIN C, CALCIUM. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085790-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 04, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with testis cancer and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood oestrogen increased, body temperature decreased, gynaecomastia, musculoskeletal stiffness, testis cancer. GEODON dosage: 60-80 MG QAM / 80 MG QPM (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085794-7
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 07, 2006. Male patient, 75 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: acute myocardial infarction. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (QHS). Patient died.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5085798-4
Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 04, 2006. Female patient, 62 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: bacteria urine identified, blood bicarbonate decreased, neutrophil percentage decreased, syncope, white blood cells urine positive. GEODON dosage: 140 MG (2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with ZYPREXA, HALDOL. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5086783-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 03, 2006. Female patient, 23 years of age, weighting 146.0 lb, was diagnosed with aggression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aggression, unevaluable event, weight increased. GEODON dosage: 200 MG (100 MG, 2 IN 1 D); 1 YEAR AGO - ONGOING. During the same period patient was treated with XANAX, ZYPREXA, TOPAMAX, CELEXA. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5087703-3
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 07, 2006. Male patient, 34 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: mania. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5088071-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 08, 2006. Male patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: brain hypoxia, brain oedema, cerebral haematoma, convulsion, palpitations, respiratory arrest. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient died.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5088098-1
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 07, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, weighting 170.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, blood pressure increased, depression, heart rate increased, memory impairment, morbid thoughts, myocardial infarction. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5089110-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 09, 2006. Female patient, 16 years of age, was diagnosed with psychotic disorder, major depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: major depression, pituitary tumour benign, psychotic disorder. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with RISPERDAL, EFFEXOR, LEXAPRO. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5090007-6
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 10, 2006. Female patient, 47 years of age, weighting 216.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, anxiety and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, anxiety, malaise, non-cardiac chest pain, palpitations, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, ventricular hypertrophy. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LIPITOR, ZYRTEC, DETROL LA, XANAX, PAXIL CR, AMBIEN, CLOZARIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5090109-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 10, 2006. Female patient, 48 years of age, weighting 135.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hallucination, paralysis. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5091194-6
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 11, 2006. Female patient, 41 years of age, weighting 145.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: depression, feeling abnormal, nausea. GEODON dosage: 40 MG. During the same period patient was treated with WELLBUTRIN, ABILIFY. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5091228-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 11, 2006. Female patient, 44 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fall, loss of consciousness. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (160 MG, 1 IN 1 D),. During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO, COGENTIN, HALDOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died on 06/25/2006.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5092587-3
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 14, 2006. Female patient, 48 years of age, weighting 135.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression, hallucination and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diarrhoea, disease recurrence, hallucination, impaired driving ability, pain, paralysis. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (40 MG, 1 IN 1 D), ORAL. Patient was hospitalized and became disabled. Patient recovered.
Geodon Side Effects Report #5092610-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 16, 2006. Female patient, 44 years of age, weighting 230.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, insomnia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, musculoskeletal stiffness. GEODON dosage: 240 MG (80 MG, TID: EVERY DAY), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with NEURONTIN, WELLBUTRIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
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Drug Information: Ziprasidone
URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a699062.html
(zi pray' si done)IMPORTANT WARNING:
| Studies have shown that older adults with dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities and that may cause changes in mood and personality) who take antipsychotics (medications for mental illness) such as ziprasidone have an increased risk of death during treatment.Older adults with dementia may also have a greater chance of having a stroke or mini-stroke during treatment. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: slow or difficult speech, sudden dizziness or faintness, or weakness or numbness of an arm or leg.Ziprasidone is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of behavior problems in older adults with dementia. Talk to the doctor who prescribed this medication if you, a family member, or someone you care for has dementia and is taking ziprasidone. For more information visit the FDA website: http://www.fda.gov/cder |
Why is this medication prescribed?
Ziprasidone is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). It is also used to treat episodes of mania (frenzied, abnormally excited or irritated mood) or mixed episodes (symptoms of mania and depression that happen together) in patients with bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder; a disease that causes episodes of depression, episodes of mania, and other abnormal moods). Ziprasidone is in a class of medications called atypical antipsychotics. It works by changing the activity of certain natural substances in the brain.
How should this medicine be used?
Ziprasidone comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day with food. Take ziprasidone at around the same times every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take ziprasidone exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Your doctor may start you on a low dose of ziprasidone and gradually increase your dose.
Ziprasidone may help control your symptoms but will not cure your condition. Continue to take ziprasidone even if you feel well. Do not stop taking ziprasidone without talking to your doctor.
Other uses for this medicine
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking ziprasidone,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to ziprasidone or any other medications.
- tell your doctor if you are taking amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), chlorpromazine (Thorazine), cisapride (Propulsid) (no longer available in the U.S.), disopyramide (Norpace), dofetilide (Tikosyn), dolasetron (Anzemet), droperidol (Inapsine), erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin), gatifloxacin (Tequin)(no longer available in the U.S.), halofantrine (Halfan)(no longer available in the U.S.), levomethadyl (ORLAAM) (no longer available in the U.S.), mefloquine (Lariam), mesoridazine (Serentil)(no longer available in the U.S..), moxifloxacin (Avelox), pentamidine (NebuPent, Pentam 300), pimozide (Orap), procainamide (Procanbid, Promine, Pronestyl), quinidine (Quinidex), sotalol (Betapace), sparfloxacin (Zagam), tacrolimus (Prograf), or thioridazine (Mellaril). Your doctor may tell you not to take ziprasidone if you are taking one or more of these medications.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: antidepressants; certain antifungals such as fluconazole (Diflucan), itraconazole (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral), and voriconazole (Vfend); aprepitant (Emend); carbamazepine (Tegretol); clarithromycin (Biaxin, in Prevpac); cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); delavirdine (Rescriptor); diltiazem (Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac, others); diuretics ('water pills');dopamine agonists such as bromocriptine (Parlodel), cabergoline (Dostinex), levodopa (Dopar, Larodopa), pergolide (Permax), and ropinirole (Requip); efavirenz (Sustiva); fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem); fluvoxamine (Luvox); HIV protease inhibitors including atazanavir (Reyataz), indinavir (Crixivan), lopinavir (in Kaletra), nelfinavir (Viracept), ritonavir (Norvir, in Kaletra), and saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase); hormonal contraceptives (birth control pills, rings, patches, implants, and injections); lovastatin (Mevacor, in Advicor); medications for anxiety, high blood pressure or seizures; nefazodone; sertraline (Zoloft); sleeping pills; tranquilizers; troleandomycin (TAO)(no longer available in the U.S..); verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan); and zafirlukast (Accolate). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
- tell your doctor if you use or have ever used street drugs or have overused prescription medications or if you have recently had a heart attack or have trouble swallowing. Also tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart or liver disease, breast cancer, heart failure, an irregular heartbeat, a stroke or mini-stroke, or seizures, or if you or anyone in your family has or has ever had diabetes. Also tell your doctor if you have ever had to stop taking a medication for mental illness because of severe side effects.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking ziprasidone, call your doctor. Do not breast-feed while taking ziprasidone.
- you should know that ziprasidone may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
- you should know that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this medication. Do not drink alcohol while taking ziprasidone.
- you should know that you may experience hyperglycemia (increases in your blood sugar) while you are taking this medication, even if you do not already have diabetes. If you have schizophrenia , you are more likely to develop diabetes than people who do not have schizophrenia, and taking ziprasidone or similar medications may increase this risk. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms while you are taking ziprasidone: extreme thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, blurred vision, or weakness. It is very important to call your doctor as soon as you have any of these symptoms, because high blood sugar that is not treated can cause a serious condition called ketoacidosis. Ketoacidosis may become life-threatening if it is not treated at an early stage. Symptoms of ketoacidosis include: dry mouth,nausea and vomiting, shortness of breath, breath that smells fruity, and decreased consciousness.
- you should know that ziprasidone may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position. This is more common when you first start taking ziprasidone. To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.
- you should know that ziprasidone may make it harder for your body to cool down when it gets very hot. Tell your doctor if you plan to do vigorous exercise or be exposed to extreme heat.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Talk to your doctor about eating grapefruit and drinking grapefruit juice while taking this medicine.
Be sure to drink plenty of water every day while you are taking this medication.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Ziprasidone may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- drowsiness
- headache
- restlessness
- anxiety
- constipation
- diarrhea
- loss of appetite
- muscle pain
- runny nose, sneezing
- cough
- weight gain
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section or the SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS section, call your doctor immediately:
- unusual movements of your face or body that you cannot control
- fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat
- rash or hives
- fever
- muscle stiffness
- confusion
- sweating
- painful erection of the penis that lasts for hours
Ziprasidone may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
- drowsiness
- slurred speech
- sudden movements that you cannot control
- uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
- anxiety
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your body's response to ziprasidone.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
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