Geodon - Ziprasidone - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Geodon.
• Geodon
• zih-PRASS-ih-doan

Read Before Using Geodon (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Other drugs besides ziprasidone which may affect the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation in the EKG) include dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, and sparfloxacin among others.
• 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 drugs you may be using in order to minimize the risk of this effect.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• Review the Patient Information Leaflet.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have.
• Take this medication by mouth usually twice daily with food; or take as directed by your doctor.
• Do not take this medication more often or increase your dose without consulting your doctor.
• Your condition will not improve any faster and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.
• Do not stop taking this drug without your doctor's approval.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include slurring of speech, irregular or unusually fast heartbeat, or fainting.

Geodon Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, electrolytes) may be performed to monitor your progress.
• A manufacturer's Patient Information Leaflet about this medication should be dispensed with your prescription.
• Read the information carefully.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Geodon Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Possible Side Effects

• Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, constipation, or weight gain may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur.

Medicinal Applications

• Ziprasidone is used to treat schizophrenia.