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Does geodon (ziprasidone) cause weight gain or weight loss? is it the antipsychotics with the least side effect profile or is seroquel the one with the least effect
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Discuss w/ your Dr: Talk w/ your psychiatrist about the best choices for you - express your concerns and listen to the options but this is NOT a do-it-yourself project. You'll play a part in the choices but the training for managing psychosis is no small thing. Work w/ them - don't do it alone.
Answered 4/7/2016
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Both can: cause weight gain. Rarely see weight loss. Staying physically active and eating in a healthy way will help more than anything a change in medication might produce.
Answered 8/18/2019
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