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Compare Neurontin vs. Geodon

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Gabapentin (Neurontin) and Ziprasidone (Geodon) are both prescription medications, but they are used to treat different conditions and belong to different drug classes. Gabapentin is an antiepileptic medication used to treat certain seizures and nerve pain, while Ziprasidone is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat bipolar I disorder and schizophrenia. Gabapentin is typically taken three times daily and is available in generic form, whereas the oral form of Ziprasidone is taken twice daily with food and is also available as a generic. Ziprasidone is also availible as an injection. Common side effects of Gabapentin include dizziness and sleepiness, while Ziprasidone can cause uncontrolled body movements and nausea. Gabapentin can be misused and is controlled in some states, but Ziprasidone is not a controlled substance. Both medications can raise the risk of suicidal thoughts, whereas Ziprasidone has a higher risk of causing serious side effects like heart rhythm problems and neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

  • Gabapentin (Neurontin)
    Ziprasidone (Geodon)
  • Gabapentin (Neurontin)
    Ziprasidone (Geodon)

  • Summary of Neurontin vs. Geodon

    Summary for Antiepileptic
    Prescription only

    Gabapentin (Neurontin) is a medication approved to treat certain seizures and nerve pain. It's typically taken 3 times daily by mouth, and is available as pills and a liquid. Common side effects include dizziness and sleepiness.

    Summary for Atypical antipsychotic
    Prescription only

    Ziprasidone (Geodon) is an atypical antipsychotic medication used to treat bipolar I disorder and schizophrenia in adults. It works by balancing the levels of certain chemicals in the brain, like dopamine and serotonin. Ziprasidone (Geodon) is taken by mouth, typically twice daily. It's also available as an injection that's given into the muscles by a healthcare provider to treat agitation in schizophrenia. Some common side effects of ziprasidone (Geodon) include uncontrolled body movements, sleepiness, and nausea.

  • Indications of Neurontin vs. Geodon

    Indications for
    •Nerve pain from shingles in adults
    •Add on treatment for partial (focal) seizures in people age 3 years and older
    Indications for
    •Bipolar I disorder
    •Schizophrenia

  • Pros and Cons of Neurontin vs. Geodon

    Pros and Const for Antiepileptic
    Pros
    •Works well for seizures and nerve pain
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    •Available as a tablet, capsule, and liquid for those who have trouble swallowing pills
    •Dose can be adjusted based on response
    Cons
    •Needs to be taken multiple times per day
    •Stopping the medication suddenly can lead to serious problems, such as seizures
    •Can raise your risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
    •Commonly causes dizziness
    Pros and Const for Atypical antipsychotic
    Pros
    •Taken by mouth
    •Less likely to weight gain than other similar medications
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    Cons
    •Taken twice daily
    •Might take several weeks before you feel the full benefits of this medication
    •Must be taken with food

  • Common Side Effects of Neurontin vs. Geodon

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness (17-28%)
    •Sleepiness (19-21%)
    •Poor muscle control/clumsiness (3-13%)
    •Fatigue (3-11%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Uncontrolled body movements (14%)
    •Sleepiness (14%)
    •Nausea (10%)
    •Constipation (9%)
    •Indigestion (8%)
    •Restlessness (8%)
    •Dizziness (8%)
    •Respiratory tract infection (8%)

    Note: Side effects listed were reported by people who took ziprasidone for schizophrenia in a clinical study

  • Warnings of Neurontin vs. Geodon

    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic and skin reactions
    •Difficulty concentrating, extreme sleepiness, and dizziness
    •Withdrawal problems
    •Suicidal thoughts or behavior
    •Dangerously slow breathing (respiratory depression)
    •Brain and mental health side effects in children
    Common Side Effects for
    •Higher risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis
    •Risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior
    •Difficulty controlling muscle movements (tardive dyskinesia)
    •Weight gain, higher blood sugar, and higher cholesterol levels
    •Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
    •Difficulty concentrating and extreme sleepiness
    •Changes in blood pressure and higher risk of falls
    •Risk of infection (from low white blood cell count)
    •Seizures
    •Serious skin reaction
    •Prolonged and painful erection
    •High prolactin levels
    •Heart rhythm problems

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