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FDA Reported Geodon Side Effects: tardive dyskinesia, dystonia, extrapyramidal disorder, swollen tongue, depression, dizziness, loss of consciousness, convulsion, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, aggression, sedation.
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Geodon Side Effects Report #5339469-7
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 03, 2006. Male patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dysphagia, hypersensitivity, swelling. GEODON dosage: 60 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D) ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with DEPAKOTE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339471-5
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on May 03, 2006. Male patient, 18 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dysphagia, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D) ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with LAMICTAL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339474-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Mar 02, 2006. Female patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebrovascular accident. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with CLOZARIL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339475-2
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on May 05, 2006. Male patient, 34 years of age, weighting 109.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: decreased appetite, dehydration, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, platelet count increased, schizoaffective disorder. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (160 MG, 1 IN 1 D) ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with CELEXA, CYANOCOBALAMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339477-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 05, 2006. Female patient, 35 years of age, weighting 112.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebrovascular accident. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339478-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Apr 24, 2006. Female patient, 42 years of age, weighting 190.0 lb, was diagnosed with sleep disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood pressure increased, emotional disorder, headache, neuropathy. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LORTAB, DIAZEPAM, PROZAC, CYMBALTA. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339480-6
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Mar 15, 2006. Male patient, weighting 200.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: priapism. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339481-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Apr 18, 2006. Male patient, 25 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: conversion disorder, convulsion, syncope. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO, WELLBUTRIN, REMICADE, METHOTREXATE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339483-1
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on May 10, 2006. Female patient, 20 years of age, weighting 128.0 lb, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339484-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Apr 04, 2006. Female patient, 20 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder, limb discomfort, musculoskeletal stiffness. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339486-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Apr 06, 2006. Male patient, 30 years of age, was diagnosed with psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339487-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on May 24, 2006. Male patient, 24 years of age, weighting 285.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: electric shock, paralysis. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (80 MG, 1 IN 1 D) ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with ADDERALL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339518-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Mar 03, 2006. Female patient, 42 years of age, weighting 150.0 lb, was diagnosed with coronary artery disease and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (20 MG, 1 IN 1 D), INTRAVENOUS. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339519-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on June 01, 2006. Female patient, 91 years of age, weighting 122.0 lb, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: creatinine renal clearance decreased, eating disorder, haematocrit decreased, haemoglobin decreased. GEODON dosage: 5 MG (EVERY 6 HOURS), INTRAVENOUS. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339520-4
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Feb 10, 2006. Female patient, 18 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. During the same period patient was treated with SEROQUEL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339521-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 10, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339522-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Feb 10, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339524-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Apr 14, 2006. Female patient, 20 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339525-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Feb 22, 2006. Female patient, 38 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: coordination abnormal, fall. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with KLONOPIN. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339526-5
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 11, 2006. Male patient, 19 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pharyngeal oedema, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with SEROQUEL, ZOLOFT, RITALIN, TRILEPTAL, CLONIDIINE, BENADRYL, ROZEREM, ABILIFY. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339528-9
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Apr 05, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with dystonia, torticollis and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder, torticollis. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO, TRAZODONE, LORAZEPAM. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339529-0
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on June 15, 2006. Male patient, weighting 125.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar i disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder, oculogyration. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (1 D),. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339530-7
Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Mar 15, 2006. Male patient, 37 years of age, weighting 191.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose increased, priapism. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D),. During the same period patient was treated with FLUOXETINE, VITAMIN, MILK OF MAGNESIA, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE AND MAGNESIUM TRISILICATE, TYLENOL, LORAZEPAM. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339532-0
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on May 17, 2006. Male patient, 38 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hyperglycaemia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339533-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Mar 03, 2006. Female patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: agitation, anxiety, arthralgia, chest pain, chills, cognitive disorder, dizziness, muscle spasms, muscle twitching. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (40 MG, 1 IN 1 D),. During the same period patient was treated with EFFEXOR, TRAZODONE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339535-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Oct 09, 2006. Male patient, 47 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia, paranoid type and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cogwheel rigidity, extrapyramidal disorder. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339635-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 02, 2006. Male patient, child 5 years of age, weighting 40.00 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: drooling, dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (40 MG, 1 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339638-6
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 24, 2006. Female patient, 25 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: gait disturbance, neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: (80 MG). During the same period patient was treated with SEROQUEL, MELLARIL, HALDOL SOLUTAB, RISPERDAL, ATIVAN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339647-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 04, 2006. Female patient, 58 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339649-0
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 07, 2006. Male patient, 65 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dyspnoea, hypersensitivity, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339652-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 07, 2006. Female patient, 52 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D),. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339657-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 10, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: heart rate decreased. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with DEPAKOTE, ATIVAN. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339660-X
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Sept 01, 2006. Male patient, 24 years of age, weighting 158.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, joint stiffness. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D),. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339665-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Nov 07, 2006. Male patient, 40 years of age, weighting 160.0 lb, was diagnosed with disease recurrence, major depression, psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: priapism. GEODON dosage: 60 MG (60 MG, 1 IN 1 D). Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339672-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Sept 27, 2006. Male patient, weighting 198.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebrovascular accident, convulsion. GEODON dosage: 240 MG (240 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with PROLIXIN, TOPAMAX, LITHIUM CARBONATE, ANTIHYPERTENSIVES, LAMICTAL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339679-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Nov 14, 2006. Female patient, 45 years of age, weighting 190.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, mania and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hypoaesthesia, tremor. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. During the same period patient was treated with DEPAKOTE, TOFRANIL, TRAZODONE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339683-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Oct 02, 2006. Male patient, 20 years of age, was diagnosed with schizophrenia, depressive symptom and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: heart rate decreased. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. During the same period patient was treated with CYMBALTA. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339685-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Oct 04, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: 140 MG (1 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339688-X
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Sept 18, 2006. Male patient, 34 years of age, weighting 141.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: priapism. GEODON dosage: 140 MG. During the same period patient was treated with DEPAKOTE, AVANDAMET. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339694-5
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Sept 20, 2006. Male patient, 51 years of age, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: psychotic disorder. GEODON dosage: (160 MG). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339702-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 12, 2006. Female patient, 46 years of age, was diagnosed with condition aggravated, depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: heart rate increased. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (40 MG). During the same period patient was treated with EFFEXOR, CYTOMEL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339705-7
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Sept 19, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder. GEODON dosage: 20 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339707-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Sept 19, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder. GEODON dosage: 40 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339708-2
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Sept 19, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder. GEODON dosage: 40 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339714-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Sept 01, 2006. Male patient, 40 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with ABILIFY. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339715-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 08, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dehydration, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, syncope. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with LAMICTAL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339716-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Nov 20, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (80 MG, 1 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339719-7
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Sept 13, 2006. Female patient, 48 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent, imprisonment, weight increased. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOPHAGE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339720-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 01, 2006. Male patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: bradycardia. GEODON dosage: 80 MG, 2 IN1 D. During the same period patient was treated with CLONZAPIN. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339721-5
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 15, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: 60 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with ZYPREXA. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339742-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 22, 2006. Male patient, 34 years of age, weighting 136.9 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: erectile dysfunction, priapism. GEODON dosage: 140 MG (2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with DEPAKOTE, METFORMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339747-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Aug 17, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: muscle contractions involuntary, trismus. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (20 MG,2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with ADVIL, BENADRYL, VALIUM, PROZAC. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339772-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 22, 2006. Male patient, 20 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG,2 IN 1 D),ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with DEPAKOTE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339781-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 23, 2006. Male patient, 35 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5339786-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Aug 28, 2006. Female patient, 35 years of age, was diagnosed with anxiety and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (80 MG,QD:EVERYDAY0. During the same period patient was treated with XANAX, VALTRAX. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341226-2
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 19, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: mania. GEODON dosage: 120 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341227-4
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 08, 2007. Male patient, child 7 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, dyspnoea, extrapyramidal disorder, hypersensitivity, nausea. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with CONCERTA. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341230-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Oct 12, 2006. Male patient, 47 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebrovascular accident. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341240-7
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Mar 03, 2006. Male patient, child 9 years of age, was diagnosed with aggression, agitation and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: priapism. GEODON dosage: 60 MG (BID INTERVAL: EVERY DAY),. During the same period patient was treated with CLONIDINE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341241-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 18, 2006. Male patient, weighting 230.0 lb, was diagnosed with schizophrenia, memory impairment, ill-defined disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: bradycardia, chest pain, memory impairment, weight decreased. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ARICEPT, PAXIL, BUTALBITAL, ZOLMITRIPTAN, DIVALPROEX, PROZAC, LISINOPRIL, DOCUSATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341246-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 14, 2006. Female patient, 15 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: paraesthesia, trismus. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341250-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 26, 2007. Female patient, 25 years of age, weighting 170.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, BID; EVERY DAY). Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341251-1
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 20, 2006. Female patient, 17 years of age, was diagnosed with abnormal behaviour and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: laryngospasm, nasopharyngitis, paraesthesia oral, retching, vomiting. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341252-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 01, 2007. Female patient, 51 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: torsade de pointes. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341254-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 30, 2007. Male patient, weighting 160.0 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, musculoskeletal stiffness, oculogyration. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341255-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 31, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: convulsion. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, 1 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with PAXIL, TRAZODONE. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341257-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Feb 02, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: akathisia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341258-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341263-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 21, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: depression, extrapyramidal disorder, gait disturbance, parkinsonism. GEODON dosage: 120 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341264-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 11, 2007. Female patient, 18 years of age, was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: oculogyration. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG, 2 IN 1 D). Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341267-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 22, 2006. Male patient, 26 years of age, weighting 160.1 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pain in jaw, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LEXAPRO. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341269-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 04, 2007. Female patient, 19 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341271-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 17, 2007. Male patient was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: grand mal convulsion. GEODON dosage: 40 MG (20 MG,2 IN 1 D), ORAL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341273-0
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 03, 2007. Male patient, 50 years of age, weighting 200.0 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: intention tremor. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (120 MG, 1 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with LAMICTAL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341274-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 19, 2007. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: adverse event, anger, musculoskeletal stiffness, tongue disorder. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG, BID; EVERY DAY). During the same period patient was treated with PROLIXIN, KLONOPIN. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341275-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 03, 2007. Female patient was diagnosed with depression, hallucination, auditory, paranoia and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hypertension, tremor. GEODON dosage: 100 MG (50 MG, 2 IN 1 D), ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with TOPROL, NORVASC, PROZAC. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341276-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 23, 2007. Male patient, 69 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG. During the same period patient was treated with LAMICTAL, EFFEXOR. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341277-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 24, 2007. Female patient, 19 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: neuroleptic malignant syndrome. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ZYPREXA. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341279-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 24, 2007. Male patient, 25 years of age, was diagnosed with aggression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: (40 MG). During the same period patient was treated with FLUOXETINE, PROVIGIL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341312-7
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Nov 29, 2006. Female patient, 16 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG,2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with LORAZEPAM. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341313-9
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 19, 2007. Female patient was diagnosed with anxiety disorder, bipolar ii disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety disorder, tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG,2 IN 1 D),ORAL. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341315-2
GEODON problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 05, 2006. Female patient, 46 years of age, weighting 171.0 lb, was diagnosed with migraine, insulin resistance, weight decreased and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose increased, decreased appetite, hypertension, nausea, weight decreased. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with BYETTA, NORVASC. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341324-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 14, 2006. Female patient, 26 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: rash. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341364-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 03, 2007. Female patient, 14 years of age, weighting 151.9 lb, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: electrocardiogram qt corrected interval prolonged. GEODON dosage: 160 MG (80 MG,2 IN 1 D),ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with CLOZARPIL, LITHIUM CARBONATE, TRAZODONE, METFORMIN. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341366-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Nov 02, 2006. Male patient, 47 years of age, weighting 250.0 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (40 MG,2 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with CYMBALTA. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341367-X
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Nov 02, 2006. Female patient, weighting 150.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG,2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341368-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Jan 17, 2007. Female patient, 41 years of age, weighting 203.0 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: syncope. GEODON dosage: (160 MG). During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341371-1
GEODON problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Nov 09, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased. GEODON dosage: 240 MG (80 MG,3 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, LISINOPRIL, GLIPIZIDE, COGENTIN, DEPAKOTE, HALDOL SOLUTAB, ASPIRIN, ATIVAN. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341372-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, weighting 300.0 lb, was diagnosed with hallucination, schizoaffective disorder, weight decreased and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diarrhoea, nausea. GEODON dosage: 80 MG (80 MG),ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with RISPERDAL, LORAZEPAM, SERTRALINE, CELEBREX, PRILOSEC, LASIX. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341375-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Oct 16, 2006. Female patient, 41 years of age, weighting 130.0 lb, was diagnosed with anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: 20 MG (20 MG, 1 IN 1 D),ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with CARDIZEM. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341377-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Dec 28, 2006. Male patient, 55 years of age, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: akathisia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341378-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 19, 2006. Female patient, 54 years of age, weighting 205.0 lb, was diagnosed with major depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: muscle twitching, tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341380-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Oct 19, 2006. Male patient, 24 years of age, was diagnosed with mania and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341386-3
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Nov 18, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hypersensitivity, swollen tongue. GEODON dosage: (60 MG). Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341389-9
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Oct 31, 2006. Female patient, 35 years of age, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with CARBAMAZEPINE, LEXAPRO. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341392-9
GEODON problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 05, 2006. Female patient, 30 years of age, weighting 115.0 lb, was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia, hypersensitivity, panic reaction. GEODON dosage: (40 MG). During the same period patient was treated with ATIVAN, TOPAMAX, PROZAC. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341394-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Nov 01, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: 160 MG. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341397-8
GEODON problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Nov 17, 2006. Male patient, 59 years of age, weighting 225.0 lb, was diagnosed with anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tardive dyskinesia. GEODON dosage: (40 MG). During the same period patient was treated with EFFEXOR, XANAX. Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341404-2
Physician from UNITED STATES reported GEODON problem on Oct 06, 2006. Female patient was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dystonia. GEODON dosage: 160 MEQ (80 MG,2 IN 1 D). Patient recovered.

Geodon Side Effects Report #5341405-4
GEODON problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Oct 10, 2006. Male patient, 44 years of age, weighting 214.5 lb, was diagnosed with psychotic disorder and was treated with GEODON. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hepatitis. GEODON dosage: 120 MG (60 MG,2 IN 1 D),ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with FLUOXETINE, MINOCYCLINE. Patient recovered.

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Drug Information: Ziprasidone

URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a699062.html

(zi pray' si done)

IMPORTANT WARNING:

Studies have shown that older adults with dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities and that may cause changes in mood and personality) who take antipsychotics (medications for mental illness) such as ziprasidone have an increased risk of death during treatment.Older adults with dementia may also have a greater chance of having a stroke or mini-stroke during treatment. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: slow or difficult speech, sudden dizziness or faintness, or weakness or numbness of an arm or leg.Ziprasidone is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of behavior problems in older adults with dementia. Talk to the doctor who prescribed this medication if you, a family member, or someone you care for has dementia and is taking ziprasidone. For more information visit the FDA website: http://www.fda.gov/cder

Why is this medication prescribed?

Ziprasidone is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). It is also used to treat episodes of mania (frenzied, abnormally excited or irritated mood) or mixed episodes (symptoms of mania and depression that happen together) in patients with bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder; a disease that causes episodes of depression, episodes of mania, and other abnormal moods). Ziprasidone is in a class of medications called atypical antipsychotics. It works by changing the activity of certain natural substances in the brain.

How should this medicine be used?

Ziprasidone comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day with food. Take ziprasidone at around the same times every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take ziprasidone exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Your doctor may start you on a low dose of ziprasidone and gradually increase your dose.

Ziprasidone may help control your symptoms but will not cure your condition. Continue to take ziprasidone even if you feel well. Do not stop taking ziprasidone without talking to your doctor.

Other uses for this medicine

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What special precautions should I follow?

Before taking ziprasidone,

  • tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to ziprasidone or any other medications.
  • tell your doctor if you are taking amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), chlorpromazine (Thorazine), cisapride (Propulsid) (no longer available in the U.S.), disopyramide (Norpace), dofetilide (Tikosyn), dolasetron (Anzemet), droperidol (Inapsine), erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin), gatifloxacin (Tequin)(no longer available in the U.S.), halofantrine (Halfan)(no longer available in the U.S.), levomethadyl (ORLAAM) (no longer available in the U.S.), mefloquine (Lariam), mesoridazine (Serentil)(no longer available in the U.S..), moxifloxacin (Avelox), pentamidine (NebuPent, Pentam 300), pimozide (Orap), procainamide (Procanbid, Promine, Pronestyl), quinidine (Quinidex), sotalol (Betapace), sparfloxacin (Zagam), tacrolimus (Prograf), or thioridazine (Mellaril). Your doctor may tell you not to take ziprasidone if you are taking one or more of these medications.
  • tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: antidepressants; certain antifungals such as fluconazole (Diflucan), itraconazole (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral), and voriconazole (Vfend); aprepitant (Emend); carbamazepine (Tegretol); clarithromycin (Biaxin, in Prevpac); cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); delavirdine (Rescriptor); diltiazem (Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac, others); diuretics ('water pills');dopamine agonists such as bromocriptine (Parlodel), cabergoline (Dostinex), levodopa (Dopar, Larodopa), pergolide (Permax), and ropinirole (Requip); efavirenz (Sustiva); fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem); fluvoxamine (Luvox); HIV protease inhibitors including atazanavir (Reyataz), indinavir (Crixivan), lopinavir (in Kaletra), nelfinavir (Viracept), ritonavir (Norvir, in Kaletra), and saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase); hormonal contraceptives (birth control pills, rings, patches, implants, and injections); lovastatin (Mevacor, in Advicor); medications for anxiety, high blood pressure or seizures; nefazodone; sertraline (Zoloft); sleeping pills; tranquilizers; troleandomycin (TAO)(no longer available in the U.S..); verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan); and zafirlukast (Accolate). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
  • tell your doctor if you use or have ever used street drugs or have overused prescription medications or if you have recently had a heart attack or have trouble swallowing. Also tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart or liver disease, breast cancer, heart failure, an irregular heartbeat, a stroke or mini-stroke, or seizures, or if you or anyone in your family has or has ever had diabetes. Also tell your doctor if you have ever had to stop taking a medication for mental illness because of severe side effects.
  • tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking ziprasidone, call your doctor. Do not breast-feed while taking ziprasidone.
  • you should know that ziprasidone may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
  • you should know that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this medication. Do not drink alcohol while taking ziprasidone.
  • you should know that you may experience hyperglycemia (increases in your blood sugar) while you are taking this medication, even if you do not already have diabetes. If you have schizophrenia , you are more likely to develop diabetes than people who do not have schizophrenia, and taking ziprasidone or similar medications may increase this risk. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms while you are taking ziprasidone: extreme thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, blurred vision, or weakness. It is very important to call your doctor as soon as you have any of these symptoms, because high blood sugar that is not treated can cause a serious condition called ketoacidosis. Ketoacidosis may become life-threatening if it is not treated at an early stage. Symptoms of ketoacidosis include: dry mouth,nausea and vomiting, shortness of breath, breath that smells fruity, and decreased consciousness.
  • you should know that ziprasidone may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position. This is more common when you first start taking ziprasidone. To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.
  • you should know that ziprasidone may make it harder for your body to cool down when it gets very hot. Tell your doctor if you plan to do vigorous exercise or be exposed to extreme heat.

What special dietary instructions should I follow?

Talk to your doctor about eating grapefruit and drinking grapefruit juice while taking this medicine.

Be sure to drink plenty of water every day while you are taking this medication.

What should I do if I forget a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

What side effects can this medication cause?

Ziprasidone may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • restlessness
  • anxiety
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • muscle pain
  • runny nose, sneezing
  • cough
  • weight gain

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section or the SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS section, call your doctor immediately:

  • unusual movements of your face or body that you cannot control
  • fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat
  • rash or hives
  • fever
  • muscle stiffness
  • confusion
  • sweating
  • painful erection of the penis that lasts for hours

Ziprasidone may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].

What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

In case of emergency/overdose

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

  • drowsiness
  • slurred speech
  • sudden movements that you cannot control
  • uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
  • anxiety

What other information should I know?

Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your body's response to ziprasidone.

Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.

Brand name(s):

  • Geodon®

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