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A member asked:

I read of people recovering after antidepressants. will i recover after geodon (ziprasidone) for psychosis? it has made me weak even after stopping. no sleep either

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: It takes a while for any medication to get completely out of your system but I am not aware of any lasting side effects from geodon (ziprasidone). I would be more concerned about recurrence of the psychosis. Please consult with your prescribing doctor

Answered 4/21/2016

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