Ziprasidone
Information about Ziprasidone
Ziprasidone uses
Ziprasidone is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
How ziprasidone works
Ziprasidone is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Common side effects of ziprasidone
Vomiting, Sleepiness, Abnormal vision, Akathisia (inability to stay still), Dizziness, Respiratory tract infection, Abdominal pain, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Fever, Increased liver enzymes, Facial swelling, Photosensitivity, Decreased body temperature, Tachycardia, Postural hypotension (low blood pressure), Decreased appetite, Muscle pain, Agitation, Breathlessness, Slow heart rate, Difficulty in swallowing, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath), High white blood cell count, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Swelling of lymph nodes, Pneumonia, Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome, Thyroid disorders
Available Medicine for Ziprasidone
Expert advice for Ziprasidone
- It should be taken with food.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ziprasidone may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not stop taking Ziprasidone without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
Frequently asked questions for Ziprasidone
Ziprasidone
Q. Is Ziprasidone a narcotic/ Benzo/Ssri/ controlled substance/ opiate?
Ziprasidone is not a narcotic or Benzodiazepam or Ssri or controlled substance or opiate
Q. Is Ziprasidone addictive?
Ziprasidone is non addictive
Q. Can I take Ziprasidone with Xanax/ Tylenol / ibuprofen/ Benadryl/ Nyquil/ melatonin/ trazodone?
Ziprasidone may interact with these medications. Kindly follow doctors instructions