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Ziprasidone is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ziprasidone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ziprasidone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ziprasidone is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ziprasidone safe for pregnant women?
Ziprasidone may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ziprasidone again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ziprasidone safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Ziprasidone. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ziprasidone on the Kidneys?
Using Ziprasidone does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ziprasidone on the Liver?
Ziprasidone is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ziprasidone on the Heart?
Side effects of Ziprasidone rarely affect the heart.
Ziprasidone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ziprasidone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ziprasidone habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ziprasidone.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ziprasidone, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ziprasidone can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ziprasidone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Ziprasidone works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ziprasidone
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ziprasidone to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ziprasidone
Consuming Ziprasidone with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1288-1289
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 442
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Geodon® (ziprasidone hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Geodon® (ziprasidone mesylate)