Geodon Alternatives (Cont.)

 
Typical Antipsychotics
These are older, "first-generation" antipsychotic medications. While it is thought that these medications may be more likely to cause serious side effects, studies have shown conflicting results. These medications can include:
 
Mood Stabilizers
Mood stabilizers are effective at treating bipolar disorder (but not schizophrenia). Many (but not all) of these medications are anticonvulsants, meaning they are used to treat seizures. These medications can include:
 

A Summary of Geodon Alternatives

There are several Geodon alternatives, including other medications and therapy. Talk with your healthcare provider if Geodon is not working for you or if you are experiencing bothersome Geodon side effects. You may need to try one of the other bipolar disorder or schizophrenia treatments.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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