Learn more about usage, cautions, and possible side effects of Geodon.
Chemical Name: ZIPRASIDONE (zi-PRAS-i-done)
Geodon 80mg is an antipsychotic used to treat mental and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia. It is also used alone or with other medicines (eg, lithium, valproate) to treat bipolar disorder (manic-depression). It may also be used to treat conditions as determined by your doctor.
WARNING: Geodon 80mg is an antipsychotic. It may increase the risk of death when used to treat mental problems caused by dementia in elderly patients. Most of the deaths were linked to heart problems or infection. Geodon 80mg is not approved to treat mental problems caused by dementia. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Geodon 80mg. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE GEODON 80mg if you are also taking astemizole, cisapride, dofetilide, droperidol, halofantrine, levomethadyl, a macrolide immunosuppressive (eg, tacrolimus), mefloquine, methadone, nilotinib, pentamidine, certain phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), pimozide, probucol, procainamide, quinidine, certain quinolone antibiotics (eg, moxifloxacin), a serotonin receptor antagonist antiemetic (eg, dolasetron), sotalol, sparfloxacin, terfenadine, or tetrabenazine. QTc prolongation can infrequently result in serious, rarely fatal, irregular heartbeats. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details. Ask for instructions about whether you need to stop any other QTc-prolonging medicines you may be using in order to minimize the risk of this effect. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking arsenic, bepridil, carbamazepine, chloroquine, class III antiarrhythmics (eg, amiodarone), domperidone, haloperidol, IA and IC antiarrhythmics (eg, flecainide, procainamide, propafenone), ketoconazole, kinase inhibitors (eg, lapatinib), macrolides and ketolides (eg, azithromycin, erythromycin), maprotiline, streptogramins (eg, mitomycin, pristinamycin), or tramadol. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including a history of heart problems (eg, heart failure, slow or irregular heartbeat), low blood potassium or magnesium levels, low blood volume, low white blood cell counts, a drug-induced movement disorder, kidney or liver problems, stroke, heart attack, low blood pressure, seizures, difficulty swallowing, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), Alzheimer disease, dementia, or suicidal thoughts or actions; a personal or family history of diabetes; high blood prolactin levels or a history of certain types of cancer (eg, breast, pancreas, pituitary), or if you are at risk for breast cancer; allergies; pregnancy; or breast-feeding. Tell your doctor if you are dehydrated, drink alcohol, or will be exposed to high temperatures; or if you have any problem with fainting or dizziness. USE OF GEODON 80mg IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a history of QT prolongation, irregular heartbeat, recent heart attack, or severe heart failure. Use of Geodon 80mg in children is not recommended. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of giving Geodon 80mg to your child. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using Geodon 80mg.
Follow the directions for using Geodon 80mg provided by your doctor. Geodon 80mg comes with a patient information leaflet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about Geodon 80mg. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. TAKE GEODON 80mg with food. STORE GEODON 80mg at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. KEEP GEODON 80mg out of the reach of children and away from pets. Take Geodon 80mg regularly to receive the most benefit from it. Taking Geodon 80mg at the same time each day will help you to remember. IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL WEEKS for you to notice the benefits of Geodon 80mg. CONTINUE TO TAKE GEODON 80mg even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF GEODON 80mg, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
DO NOT TAKE GEODON 80mg if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. Do not stop using Geodon 80mg without checking with your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using Geodon 80mg. GEODON 80mg MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS, lightheadedness, or fainting. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Also, sit or lie down at the first sign of these effects. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Geodon 80mg. DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL while you are taking Geodon 80mg. GEODON 80mg WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and other depressants. DO NOT BECOME OVERHEATED in hot weather or during exercise or other activities since risk of heatstroke may be increased. GEODON 80mg MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF DEVELOPING DIABETES or increase blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can cause serious problems if left untreated. GEODON 80mg MAY LOWER THE ABILITY OF YOUR BODY TO FIGHT INFECTION. Tell your doctor if you notice signs of infection like fever, sore throat, rash, or chills. SEROTONIN SYNDROME and NEUROLEPTIC MALIGNANT SYNDROME (NMS) are possibly fatal syndromes that can be caused by Geodon 80mg. Your risk may be greater if you take Geodon 80mg with certain other medicines (eg, "triptans", MAOIs, antipsychotics). Symptoms may include blood pressure changes; agitation; confusion; hallucinations; other mental or mood changes; coma; fever; fast or irregular heartbeat; tremor; excessive sweating; rigid muscles; and nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. SOME PATIENTS WHO TAKE GEODON 80mg MAY DEVELOP MUSCLE MOVEMENTS that they cannot control. This is more likely to happen in elderly patients. Tell your doctor at once if you have muscle problems with your arms; legs; or your tongue, face, mouth, or jaw (eg, tongue sticking out, puffing of cheeks, mouth puckering, chewing movements) while taking Geodon 80mg. GEODON 80mg MAY RARELY CAUSE A PROLONGED, PAINFUL ERECTION. If this is not treated right away, it could lead to permanent sexual problems such as impotence. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. CAUTION IS ADVISED when using Geodon 80mg in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Geodon 80mg. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Geodon 80mg during pregnancy. Using Geodon 80mg during the third trimester may result in uncontrolled muscle movements or withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. IT IS UNKNOWN IF GEODON 80mg IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Geodon 80mg. DIABETICS: GEODON 80mg MAY AFFECT YOUR BLOOD SUGAR. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Geodon 80mg include anxiety; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; feeling unusually tired or sleepy; headache; increased cough or runny nose; loss of appetite; nausea; restlessness; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness; or weight gain. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. GEODON 80mg MAY INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF A CERTAIN HORMONE (prolactin) in your blood. Symptoms may include enlarged breasts, missed menstrual period, decreased sexual ability, or nipple discharge. Contact your doctor right away if you experience any of these symptoms. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience abnormal thoughts; change in amount of urine produced; confusion; difficulty speaking or swallowing; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills or persistent sore throat; inability to move; muscle rigidity; muscle spasms or twitching; pounding in the chest; prolonged or painful erection; seizures; shortness of breath; suicidal thoughts or attempts; sweating; symptoms of high blood sugar (increased thirst, increased urination, confusion, flushing, rapid breathing, or fruity breath odor); tremor; uncontrolled movements (eg, arm or leg movements, twitching of the face or tongue, jerking or twisting); unusual mood or mental changes; or vision changes. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to Geodon 80mg is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; or unusual hoarseness. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slurring of speech, uncontrolled movement of the head and neck, seizure, irregular heartbeat, or fainting.
DO NOT SHARE GEODON 80mg with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE GEODON 80mg for other health conditions. IF USING GEODON 80mg FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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