Generic name:ziprasidone [ zi-PRAY-si-done ]
Drug class:Atypical antipsychotics
What is Geodon?
Geodon is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.
Geodon is used to treat schizophrenia and the manic symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression) in adults and children who are at least 10 years old. It is available as an oral (by mouth) treatment as an injection.
Geodon injection is used to quickly treat agitation in people with schizophrenia.
Warnings
You should not use Geodon if you have a heart rhythm disorder, a history of long QT syndrome, uncontrolled heart failure, if you have recently had a heart attack, or if you are allergic to ziprasidone.
Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with ziprasidone, and should not be used at the same time. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Stop taking Geodon and call your doctor right away if you have a chest pain, severe dizziness, and a fast or pounding heartbeat. These could be signs of a serious heart rhythm problem.
This medicine is not approved for use in older adults with dementia-related psychosis.
Stop taking Geodon and call your doctor right away if you have severe muscle pains, muscle spasms, fevers, sweating, or confusion.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have a new or worsening skin rash with fever or swollen glands.
Tell your doctor if you experience prolonged diarrhea or loose stools while taking Geodon.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Geodon if you are allergic to ziprasidone, or if you have:
a heart rhythm disorder;
a personal or family history of long QT syndrome;
uncontrolled or untreated heart failure...
