Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Geodon

Descriptions


Ziprasidone is used to treat symptoms of psychotic (mental) disorders, such as schizophrenia, mania, or bipolar disorder. It should not be used to treat behavioral problems in elderly patients who have dementia. Ziprasidone works by changing some of the chemicals in the brain that cause psychotic disorders.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Capsule