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A member asked:

What are the side effects of geodon (ziprasidone)?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Geodon (ziprasidone) side effects: may include: weight gain,nausea, vomiting, v appetite, skin rash,nasal congestion, cough, sore throat, sedation, dizziness, headache, anxious mood or tremor. Seek immediate medical care for allergic reaction or penile erection lasting > 4 hours. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome or tardive dyskinesia would be rare.

Dr Harper agreed

Answered 11/29/2014

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Geodon (ziprasidone): Weakness, pain & stiffness of muscles are fairly common side-effects & related to the dose. Review with your prescribing doctor. Others are Cardiovascular & Metabolic.

Answered 3/31/2015

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