I was on (i'm back on) for 6 months for a depressive episode. I weened off 20mg a week until it was gone and I did not feel any side effects at all. I actually felt like I had more energy and such. I'm back on now for a manic episode and it works for me.
Geodon was a horrible drug for withdrawals..... She should NOT stop cold turkey, but under the guidance of a pdoc slowly taper down... I was only on it for about 2 weeks and it as one of the worst experiences I've ever gone through....
i definitely agree with you susan, i was also on the 180mg of geodon at night, and tried to stop cold turkey. it was horrible. i felt like i was going crazy. please listen to my advice and do not suddenly stop the geodon.
rachael
I've heard that the withdrawal symptoms for Geodon are pretty harsh. Someone I know in another online support group goes down 20mgs a week at the doctor's orders.