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I was trying to withdraw from geodon (ziprasidone) and i experienced an increase in anxiety symptoms. i went back on the dose but i still have high anxiety? why?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Don't DIY: Never add, stop or chg these drugs w/o Dr's help. Even if they say it's OK. Get another Dr. Geodon (ziprasidone) is not directly for anxiety. Your own smarts may have made you worry about messing w/ this. Work w/ your Dr and therapist to handle the anxiety. It's difficult even w/ training - be careful. Best wishes!

Answered 7/1/2016

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