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Geodon Withdrawal

Although clinical trial results do not indicate that Geodon is addictive, GeodonGeodon patients have reported experiencing withdrawal symptoms after discontinuing treatment with the antipsychotic drug. Symptoms of Geodon withdrawal usually occur 24 to 48 hours after the cessation of the drug and may include:

  • insomnia
  • nausea & vomiting
  • dizziness
  • tremors
  • rapid heart rate
  • headache
  • sweating

In addition to withdrawal symptoms, patients who abruptly go off Geodon may also suffer from rebound neurological symptoms including:

  • akathisia (inner restlessness and continuous leg movements)
  • dystonia (slow, involuntary, arrhythmic muscle contractions that produce distorted postures)
  • Parkinson's disease-like symptoms within the first few days of withdrawal

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Geodon Withdrawal and Tardive Dyskinesia
Tardive dyskinesia, a involuntary movement disorder which results from dopamine hypersensitivity after long-term treatment with an antipsychotic drug, has also been reported within one to four weeks of withdrawal from Geodon. Tardive dyskinesia most commonly affects the tongue, jaw and facial expressions, causing distorted movements of each. Unfortunately, Tardive dyskinesia cannot be treated and may persist long after withdrawal from Geodon. 

Geodon Withdrawal & Psychotic Relapse
The most serious withdrawal symptom that may occur after discontinuing treatment with Geodon is a psychotic relapse. While minor symptoms of a psychotic disorder often persist in patients who end Geodon treatment, some patients suffer a major psychotic episode. Doctors must use extreme care in gradually weaning patients off Geodon and other antipsychotic medications to avoid severe withdrawal symptoms and possible psychotic relapses. There is no cure for psychotic disorders and ongoing treatment is the best way to relieve symptoms and prevent further episodes.


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Other Names: 

Ziprasidone HCI

Date Approved:
February 5, 2001

Manufacturer:
Pfizer

Status:
On the market

Approved Uses:
Antipsychotic medication prescribed primarily to treat symptoms associated with schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder.

Serious Side Effects:
Diabetes
Hyperglycemia
Tardive dyskinesia
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Stroke
Torsade de pointes

Common Misspellings:
Geodone

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Stroke
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