Pain, swelling and redness at the injection site may occur
Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or GEODON is a type of prescription medicine called a psychotropic, also known as an atypical antipsychotic
You may also have a fever and other symptoms associated with a serious condition known Oral: 20 to 40 mg every 12 hours (Tietze 2019)
Who Should Take GEODON? Only your doctor can know if GEODON is right for you
Ziprasidone is an antipsychotic medicine
GEODON can be used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder
Ziprasidone works by changing some of the chemicals in the brain that cause psychotic disorders
Ziprasidone is a psychotropic agent that is chemically unrelated to phenothiazine or butyrophenone Geodon (ziprasidone) can target and treat several indicators of bipolar disorder
The starting Geodon dosage for schizophrenia is 20 mg twice daily, which may be increased based on response
Age 10-17: slowly titrate up to target dose 20-80mg BID; Special Populations
Indications and Usage for Geodon Injection
You should consult your health care professional before taking any drug, changing your diet, or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment
Ziprasidone is a medication that has been used to treat bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder
See "Geodon Precautions"