Side Effects of Molindone (Cont.)

Serious Side Effects of Molindone

Some side effects with molindone, while occurring infrequently, are potentially serious and should be reported immediately to your healthcare provider. These include but are not limited to:
 
 
 
  • Worsening of psychotic symptoms
 
 
    • Lightheadedness
    • Dizziness
    • Fainting
 
  • Rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
 
  • Unusual body movements
 
 
  • Feelings of internal restlessness or jitteriness
 
  • Changes in your menstrual cycle

 

  • Breast enlargement in men (known medically as gynocomastia)
 
  • Signs or symptoms of neuroleptic malignant syndrome, which can include:
 
    • A high fever
    • Stiff muscles
    • Confusion
    • Irregular pulse or blood pressure
    • An increased heart rate (tachycardia)
    • Sweating
    • Irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
 
  • Signs of an allergic reaction, including:
 
    • Unexplained rash
    • Hives
    • Itching
    • Unexplained swelling
    • Wheezing
    • Difficulty breathing or swallowing.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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