WILL ABILIFY (ARIPIPRAZOLE) WORK AS WELL AS GEODON (ZIPRASIDONE)? 
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WILL ABILIFY (ARIPIPRAZOLE) WORK AS WELL AS GEODON (ZIPRASIDONE)? 
Question: I am 24, in shape, and physically healthy I was on Geodon for 6 months and I saw amazing results associated with my BPD particularly when I am around strangers I used to worry what people thought. Unfortunately, my blood pressure sent me to the emergency room and I was taken off the Geodon. My blood pressure is normal now and I have been given samples of Abilify from my doctor. Could I expect the same kind of success with this new medicine? Dr. Heller’s Answer: When I choose to prescribe an antipsychotic medication chronically, Abilify (aripiprazole) is the one I choose due to its lower side effect profile — particularly regarding weight. I’ve been disappointed with Geodon (ziprasidone). Its cardiovascular side effects are a concern and its effectiveness has overall been disappointing for BPD treatment. I try to avoid chronic antipsychotic use whenever possible because of the long term risks. Some people do well with medications that don’t work well for most — which is the case with you and Geodon (ziprasidone). Hopefully, the Abilify (aripiprazole) will work for you as well as the Geodon (ziprasidone) but the only way to find out it to try it. 
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