Ziprasidone is a type of medicine called an atypical antipsychotic.
Because of its potentially serious side effects, Geodon is typically prescribed only after other medications have proved inadequate.

Ziprasidone capsules should generally be taken twice a day with food.
Use only as prescribed by your doctor.

More common side effects may include:
accidental injury
cold symptoms
constipation
cough
diarrhea
dizziness
drowsiness
dry mouth
headache
indigestion
involuntary muscle contractions
muscle tightness
nausea
rash
stuffy and runny nose
upper respiratory infection
vision problems
vomiting
weakness

Drugs to avoid when taking Ziprasidone include:
Anzemet
Avelox
Halfan
Inapsine
Lariam
Mellaril
Nebupent
Orap
Orlaam
Pentam
Probucol
Prograf
Serentil
Tequin
Thorazine
Trisenox
Zagam.
If you're uncertain about the risks of any drug you're taking, be sure to check with your doctor before combining it with Geodon

Symptoms of Ziprasidone overdose may include:
Drowsiness, slurred speech, high blood pressure.
If you suspect an overdose, seek medical help immediately.

Ziprasidone can cause dangerous--even fatal--heartbeat irregularities. Warning signs include dizziness, palpitations, and fainting. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms. Be careful to avoid drugs that prolong the QT interval of the heartbeat. Check with your doctor before combining any other medication with Ziprasidone.

Take a mised dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

This medication is prescribed to treat schizophrenia. It is also used for the short-term treatment of mania associated with bipolar disorder.

Store at room temperature.

In some people with heart problems or a slow heartbeat, Ziprasidone can cause serious and potentially fatal heartbeat irregularities. The chance of a problem is greater if you are taking a water pill (diuretic) or a medication that prolongs a part of the heartbeat known as the QT interval. Many of the drugs prescribed for heartbeat irregularities prolong the QT interval and should never be combined with Ziprasidone.