Ziprasidone
Ziprasidone is an atypical antipsychotic that works by modulating the activity of dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain. It is primarily prescribed to manage psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar mania.
Dosage by Body Weight
Must be taken with food (a meal of at least 500 calories) to ensure proper systemic absorption. The standard adult starting dose is 20 mg to 40 mg twice daily, which can be adjusted up to a maximum of 80 mg twice daily depending on response and tolerability.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients in this weight range. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used for the treatment of schizophrenia, acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder, and maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder.
Generic Name
ZiprasidoneBranded Drug Names
Ziprasidone is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.