What is the medicine GEODON for ? what are the side effects? ?!
Question: What is the medicine GEODON for !? what are the side effects!? !?
i was perscibed this along with my long list of other medications and i was just curious about it!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
Hey There,
You aren't the only one with a newly minted prescription! I'm switching off Seroquel starting last night!. Since I'm on both for a few days, my butt got kicked pretty hard into zzzzland!. I also take a bunch of other meds for bipolar, so it was a bit of a combined effect!. I took this stuff once before when I was manic and it didn't slow me down at all!. What a difference! Anyway, I wish you well on your trial!. It's not a bad med if it treats you well!. ;)
Oh, yeh, Geodon is prescribed for psychosis, mania, and depression primarily as far as I know!. It's an atypical antispychotic with a pretty low side effect profile despite the very long lists of potential side effects listed above!. Speaking of side effects, here's a list for aspirin!.!.!.
PLAIN OLD ASPIRIN:
COMMON
Heartburn;
nausea;
upset stomach!.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Aspirin:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue);
black or bloody stools;
confusion;
diarrhea;
dizziness;
drowsiness;
hearing loss;
ringing in the ears;
severe or persistent stomach pain;
unusual bruising;
vomiting
http://www!.drugs!.com/sfx/aspirin-side-ef!.!.!.
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You aren't the only one with a newly minted prescription! I'm switching off Seroquel starting last night!. Since I'm on both for a few days, my butt got kicked pretty hard into zzzzland!. I also take a bunch of other meds for bipolar, so it was a bit of a combined effect!. I took this stuff once before when I was manic and it didn't slow me down at all!. What a difference! Anyway, I wish you well on your trial!. It's not a bad med if it treats you well!. ;)
Oh, yeh, Geodon is prescribed for psychosis, mania, and depression primarily as far as I know!. It's an atypical antispychotic with a pretty low side effect profile despite the very long lists of potential side effects listed above!. Speaking of side effects, here's a list for aspirin!.!.!.
PLAIN OLD ASPIRIN:
COMMON
Heartburn;
nausea;
upset stomach!.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Aspirin:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue);
black or bloody stools;
confusion;
diarrhea;
dizziness;
drowsiness;
hearing loss;
ringing in the ears;
severe or persistent stomach pain;
unusual bruising;
vomiting
http://www!.drugs!.com/sfx/aspirin-side-ef!.!.!.
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Its used to treat Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia!.
Side affects include however are not limited to:
Drowsiness -- in up to 31 percent of people
Headaches -- up to 18 percent
Dizziness -- up to 16 percent
Nausea -- up to 10 percent
Weight gain -- up to 10 percent
Constipation -- up to 9 percent
Indigestion or heartburn -- up to 8 percent
Respiratory tract infections -- up to 8 percent!.
Other common side effects (occurring in 2 to 6 percent of people) included:
Vision problems
Weakness
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Accidental injury
Dry mouth
An irritated or runny nose
Increased salivation
Chest pain
Cough
A sore throat
A rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
Loss of appetite
Fungal infections
Difficulty swallowing
Muscle pain
Speech problems!.
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Side affects include however are not limited to:
Drowsiness -- in up to 31 percent of people
Headaches -- up to 18 percent
Dizziness -- up to 16 percent
Nausea -- up to 10 percent
Weight gain -- up to 10 percent
Constipation -- up to 9 percent
Indigestion or heartburn -- up to 8 percent
Respiratory tract infections -- up to 8 percent!.
Other common side effects (occurring in 2 to 6 percent of people) included:
Vision problems
Weakness
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Accidental injury
Dry mouth
An irritated or runny nose
Increased salivation
Chest pain
Cough
A sore throat
A rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
Loss of appetite
Fungal infections
Difficulty swallowing
Muscle pain
Speech problems!.
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Geodon is an atypical antipsychotic!. It is used for Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Major Depression and a host of other disorders, since it is used as a mood stabilizer!.
When I took it is made me nauseous and gave me acid reflux!.
The side effects according to rxlist!.com are:
Dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, runny nose, and cough may occur!. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly!.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects!. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects!.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: severe/persistent dizziness, fainting, mental/mood changes (e!.g!., agitation, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts), feelings of restlessness, mask-like facial expression (pseudoparkinsonism), shakiness (tremors), muscle spasm/stiffness, numbness/tingling, trouble swallowing, vision problems, difficulty walking!.
Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: chest pain, jaw/left arm pain, slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, seizures!.
This drug may rarely cause a condition known as tardive dyskinesia!. In some cases, this condition may be permanent!. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any unusual uncontrolled movements (especially of the face, mouth, tongue, arms or legs)!.
This medication may rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin syndrome!. The risk may increase when this medication is used with certain other drugs such as "triptans" used to treat migraine headaches (e!.g!., sumatriptan, eletriptan), certain antidepressants including SSRIs (e!.g!., citalopram, paroxetine) and SNRIs (e!.g!., duloxetine, venlafaxine), lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, or a certain drug to treat obesity (sibutramine)!. Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you take any of these medications!. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop some of the following symptoms: hallucinations, unusual restlessness, loss of coordination, fast heartbeat, severe dizziness, unexplained fever, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, twitchy muscles!.
Medications used for a similar purpose to ziprasidone may infrequently cause a serious (rarely fatal) nervous system disorder called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)!. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects: confusion, fever, fast heartbeat, muscle stiffness, increased sweating!.
In rare instances, this medication may increase your level of a certain chemical made by the body (prolactin)!. For females, this increase in prolactin may result in unwanted breast milk, missing/stopped periods, or difficulty becoming pregnant!. For males, it may result in decreased sexual ability, inability to produce sperm, or enlarged breasts!. If you develop these symptoms, tell your doctor immediately!.
For males, in the very unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using this drug and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur!.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs!. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing!.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects!. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist!.
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When I took it is made me nauseous and gave me acid reflux!.
The side effects according to rxlist!.com are:
Dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, runny nose, and cough may occur!. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly!.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects!. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects!.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: severe/persistent dizziness, fainting, mental/mood changes (e!.g!., agitation, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts), feelings of restlessness, mask-like facial expression (pseudoparkinsonism), shakiness (tremors), muscle spasm/stiffness, numbness/tingling, trouble swallowing, vision problems, difficulty walking!.
Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: chest pain, jaw/left arm pain, slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, seizures!.
This drug may rarely cause a condition known as tardive dyskinesia!. In some cases, this condition may be permanent!. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any unusual uncontrolled movements (especially of the face, mouth, tongue, arms or legs)!.
This medication may rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin syndrome!. The risk may increase when this medication is used with certain other drugs such as "triptans" used to treat migraine headaches (e!.g!., sumatriptan, eletriptan), certain antidepressants including SSRIs (e!.g!., citalopram, paroxetine) and SNRIs (e!.g!., duloxetine, venlafaxine), lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, or a certain drug to treat obesity (sibutramine)!. Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you take any of these medications!. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop some of the following symptoms: hallucinations, unusual restlessness, loss of coordination, fast heartbeat, severe dizziness, unexplained fever, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, twitchy muscles!.
Medications used for a similar purpose to ziprasidone may infrequently cause a serious (rarely fatal) nervous system disorder called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)!. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects: confusion, fever, fast heartbeat, muscle stiffness, increased sweating!.
In rare instances, this medication may increase your level of a certain chemical made by the body (prolactin)!. For females, this increase in prolactin may result in unwanted breast milk, missing/stopped periods, or difficulty becoming pregnant!. For males, it may result in decreased sexual ability, inability to produce sperm, or enlarged breasts!. If you develop these symptoms, tell your doctor immediately!.
For males, in the very unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using this drug and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur!.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs!. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing!.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects!. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist!.
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Can't you just do a search on the internet and find your answer in two seconds!?
Actually, since Geodon is an anti-psychotic medication, maybe not!.
Don't kill anyone!.!.!. please!. Www@Answer-Health@Com
Actually, since Geodon is an anti-psychotic medication, maybe not!.
Don't kill anyone!.!.!. please!. Www@Answer-Health@Com
Geodon is an atypical antipsychotic!. More info link:
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/GeodonWww@Answer-Health@Com
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/GeodonWww@Answer-Health@Com
Geodon is a mild anti-psychotic!.Possibly to curb manic outbursts!.Www@Answer-Health@Com