antipsychotic meds

[motherof]

what happens is someone is prescribed an antipsychotic (Geodon) and they don't need it. Would there be side effects?

[ames67]

What was the Geodon prescribed for? There can be side effects from any drug, regardless of whether it is needed or not. I would also agree with xanweaver that it is a good question for Dr. Gould and that only psychiatrists should be prescribing anti-psychotic medication. They just have more training and expertise with those classifications of medications. Best wishes...

[xanweaner]

I suggest you post this question in the "Ask A Doctor" Forum - it will be answered by Dr. Gould - he's under the Mental Health area.
That is a very interesting question, and unfortunately, I don't have the answer.

If you have doubts on this diagnosis, it's always good to get a second opinion. Was this drug prescribed by a psychiatrist? Personally, I think that only a psychiatrist should be prescribing this class of drugs due to the nature of their side effects profile.

Good luck...