Ziprasidone User Reviews & Ratings

• Anonymous
• February 3, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "Three years ago I was put on Geodon for auditory hallucinations. It has been the only antipsychotic medication I have ever used that has no side effects and no weight gain, and I sleep like a baby at night. 80 mg at bedtime is all I take. This drug has totally changed my life for the better, and has blessed me in a hundred ways. I felt so much better after my first month on it that I went out and got a job at McDonald's restaurant and have been in management there as a trainer for the last three years. This drug has been a huge success with me when all others failed and I plan to take it for the rest of my life. I would highly recommend it at low doses to anyone. The higher doses cause horrible dizziness, so the lower doses work better. I have not heard a single voice in three years and Geodon has made a believer out of me. Bravo!"

• Lob...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 25, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I've been on Geodon for several months now. I take it twice a day. So far, I have had no side effects whatsoever! It has really helped with my bipolar symptoms. I am calmer and clearer. I was scared to start it because of all the negative reviews. I finally decided to go ahead and take it. No sleepiness, no muscle stiffness, no anything! Just feel so much better! Haven't had any major depression, or psychotic episodes, or anger issues. I also take lamotrigine once a day. Great combo! Life is finally looking up for me! Been on all sorts of different meds. This is working for me! Very happy about the results!"

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 27, 2019

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I was placed on Geodon while inpatient for Bipolar 1, rapid cycling, dysphoric mixed episodes. It helped within a few days and the dysphoria, rapid cycling, and mixed state stopped. I take 40 mg at dinner, and it starts to mellow me out, and drowsiness kicks in at bedtime, and I am ready to sleep. Works wonders because sedatives were not helping my insomnia. This has helped me maintain a healthy sleep schedule. I wake up refreshed and remain focused throughout the day. I have lost weight on Geodon as it seems to be suppressing my appetite, but after med after med that made me gain weight, I am okay with this side effect. I have had zero side effects from this med, thankfully, but know some people that do. I would say it either works great or it doesn’t. Everyone’s brain chemistry is different, so that is probably why. If it doesn’t work for you, hang in there. I hope that you find something as effective as this has been for me."

• Gia...
• September 23, 2019

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I've been taking Geodon for years and now take the generic Ziprasidone. I can't tell any differences and are unremarkable. It has NOT made me gain weight and that is one reason I started taking this particular antipsychotic. I sleep like a rock but am a little groggy when I first wake up but that goes away pretty fast. The only really remarkable side effect is my emotions or lack thereof. I have total radical acceptance on most issues in life. I'm never overly happy or overly sad. I'm just on cruise control and it takes a lot to make me angry. It has definitely slowed down my rapid cycling, which I'm very grateful for. I am glad my doctor put me on this medication. It has literally been a lifesaver for me."

• NY ...
• December 13, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "After trying several drugs that made me feel like a complete zombie, I tried Geodon in 2006, and I have had great results. My psychiatrist says I am the poster child for this drug. No more mania. No more hospitalizations. I was able to finish my masters and have held a stable, professional position for almost 17 years. Happily married for 21 years. Two kids finishing up their undergrads and going on to grad school. I did gain weight, but I’d rather be a little chubby and able to maintain beautiful relationships, than worry about a few pounds. Therapy and Geodon were my cures to get out of the bipolar nightmare I was living in."

• Mic...
• November 11, 2008

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I have been bipolar since I was fifteen. I have struggled with my life, sense of who I am, losing great jobs, ruining relationships, and never knowing when I would lose control was the worst part. I'm now on 80 mg of Geodon for 6 months. For the first two weeks, waking up was hard, and I felt groggy, but you can get through it if you give it a chance. This medication has changed my entire life. I've even lost weight. I'm living now. I just hope this can help someone because I never believed any medicine would work. I have been on all A-Z. I only wish I had found Geodon sooner."

• Ant...
• October 12, 2015

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "My doctor told me I had the worst bipolar disorder he had ever seen. When I talked to my doctor, I told him I wanted a little bit of mania because I could get my school work done easier. I didn't want to be depressed all the time, I wanted minimal weight gain because everything else I had been on made me gain weight, and I wanted to sleep at night because I was going weeks without sleep, and it was making be sick. He put me on 80mg, twice a day. He ended up changing that to 2 80mg pills before bedtime because when I took it in the morning, it was like I was drunk and I couldn't go to my college classes. That was 4 years ago, and I haven't been depressed since. I sleep and lost 20lbs. It's been a miracle for me."

• Lis...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 6, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I was put on this medication after a really bad manic episode, and it’s been about a month and a half now. This saved my life. I used to ignore this class of medication because of the stigma attached to it, but I’m glad I finally found Geodon. 20 mg morning and night, Geodon keeps me focused and present. I don’t act out anymore at all. I feel more patient, and it takes a lot to make me mad. Finally, some peace. Only downside is you have to take it with a lot of food, which is inconvenient for my lifestyle, other than that, no issues."

• bet...
• June 2, 2021

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "Hi. I'm 40 years old, and we've finally figured out I'm bipolar and not anxiety-ridden and depressed. I was put on Geodon going on 4 weeks now. As far as mood, it's amazing. I have headaches, and last Saturday night, my heart was racing and felt like my whole throat, neck, and head was pounding and going to explode. I sat up the entire night on the couch so I wouldn't fall asleep because I was so afraid I was going to have a heart attack. I took my regular dose the following morning, and it went away. I just now read online about consuming 500+ calories when taking it. I wasn't doing that, I was never told to, nor was any emphasis put on the seriousness of eating enough with each dosage. I would just love to hear if anyone else has experienced the severe heart pounding for hours. This medication is changing my life, my kids' lives, my husband's life, and I want it to be great like it has been so far. Any advice or your experiences would be so very appreciated."

• CJa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 29, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Schizoaffective Disorder "Geodon is a life changer for me. MDD with psychotic features (schizoaffective-ish). It took a while to get past the sleepy side effects, and those were not trivial either. After about three weeks or so, I was able to get adjusted to the medication (120 mg/day), and I can enjoy the benefits of clear thought and presence in reality. I never realized how much of my illness left me feeling disconnected from life and others. Now I feel grounded, and I like life again. No weight gain that I have noticed, and once I got used to the medication, the sleepiness was very manageable."

• LJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 2, 2019

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I was on Latuda and Lamictal and was still having major irritability; I could feel the mania trying to break through. My psych kept me on the Lamictal but switched me to Geodon. Within a day, I could feel a difference. I no longer had the rage that had been bubbling under the surface for weeks; it had died down. I have rapid cycling Bipolar 1, but mania is my biggest problem. The only side effect I’m having is a hard time falling asleep. For sleep, I take gabapentin, trazodone, and last night I added in some Benadryl to be safe. I’m sleeping 8 hours and waking up without an alarm, but I’m now foggy in the morning. But halfway through my second cup of coffee, I’m fine and awake. I’m on 20 mg twice a day and I’m hoping my psych will add in a third dose midday because I feel like it’s wearing off a couple of hours before I take my evening dose. Overall, I think Geodon is working for me, and I’m glad I gave it a try. Being angry all the time is exhausting."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2014

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I started taking this medication about 6-7 months ago. The first (and only) side effect I experienced while taking it was drowsiness; it made me extremely tired to the point that I was sleeping 12-14 hours a night. I would wake up exhausted, and around noontime, I would have to take a 1-2 hour nap. Over time, my body adjusted to the medication and I am no longer tired on it. Overall, this medication has helped me significantly. I had a manic episode associated with bipolar disorder and psychosis along with it. Geodon helped clear my mind, and it has given me virtually no side effects. I used to take it three times a day with food, then I dropped it to two times a day, and now I only take it once a day. I take this medication for bipolar."

• Geo...
• November 2, 2019

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "Can’t say too much as I was on Geodon maybe three weeks. However, during that time, I felt like I was seeing life through a bizarre perspective. I had no control over my voice levels and was yelling without realizing it. I think I almost walked into traffic. I remember being at a meeting and felt high and disjointed in thought. Couldn’t take the akathisia. That’s about it. That was enough for me. Surreal. I currently don’t take any antipsychotics so that I can work and support my family, which I have been doing now for several years. Been off them for years. And that was the secret to my success."

• nur...
• March 29, 2014

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "After having about the worst case of bipolar one you can imagine... yes, I was hospitalized twice... I am a productive and absolutely normally functioning member of society. I am in nursing school for my BSN at a very esteemed university and am happily married. The only thing I don't like about Geodon is if I'm manic and have to take it during the day instead of before bed... I literally eat 3 times as much as I normally would. Other than that, this medicine has saved my life."

• Anonymous
• July 18, 2010

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "Do not be afraid to give Geodon a go. After reading many horrifying reviews, I was kind of afraid to try it. Start off small, ask for that. I have had positive results I was beginning to think were not possible. It actually seems to have an antidepressant effect and with my diagnosis (I have Bipolar I with psychotic features) I am allowed no other antidepressants except Lamictal which doesn't do much. Just thought I would post this for someone else who might be 'in my shoes.'"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 24, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I was prescribed Geodon 20 mg BID and have started calling this drug a “miracle drug.” Over the past couple of months, my life has had some serious stressful situations, and Geodon has really helped me keep a clear head. My emotions could and would have been on a rollercoaster, but instead, they were controlled, and I was able to make clear-headed decisions. I was recently diagnosed with bipolar II after years of being misdiagnosed with ADHD, and the difference in how I feel is life-changing. I haven’t tried any other medications because Geodon seems to be working very well for me."

• Chr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 17, 2012

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I was told by several doctors that I may be bipolar and finally went in to the psychiatrist recently. I was experiencing major mood swings and mixed emotions, paranoia. I couldn't even go to the grocery store without my heart racing and my chest tightening and thinking horrible gruesome thoughts. I have always been on Effexor XR 150 mg a day for my depression and anxiety. The doc added to it 40 mg of Geodon at night to start with, and I have never felt so free. I can think clearly and not dwell on every racing thought. The racing and paranoid thoughts are actually gone and I can handle reality again. I could probably stand to up the dosage a bit but this medicine has been a miracle for me. I have felt amazing."

• tat...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 18, 2014

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Schizophrenia "I was given numerous medications to treat my condition, and many of them just put me in a daze and made me sleep all day. I couldn't function. Then my psychiatrist put me on Geodon, monitored my condition, and slowly increased my dosage. My condition started to improve to the point that I can now function in society. I can understand now when I start to feel paranoid and hear voices—that they are only in my head and are not real. I come back to reality and calm myself down. Geodon has helped me more than Thorazine or Seroquel. I take 80 mg in the morning and 160 mg at night. I've been able to sleep up to 6 hours now. I feel good, I'm not tired, and now I can actually eat in restaurants. I've been taking it for 3 years."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 24, 2020

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Schizoaffective Disorder "I'm schizoaffective and was put on Geodon 2 weeks ago for visual and auditory hallucinations. I had been taking Seroquel and it wasn't working for me, so the doctor switched me over to the Geodon. Within a day, the visuals had receded and shortly after, the auditory as well. I've suffered for over a decade with trying different medications, and so far this one has worked the best for me and my body chemistry. I also have major depression, so the stimulant properties are a perfect solution for my lethargy."

• Ins...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 17, 2019

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I've been on this medication for years. My doctor prescribed me Geodon because I was really depressed and suicidal. At one point, I was taking 160 mg (two pills) a day, but it's been reduced to 80 mg (one pill) a day. No drowsiness (I take it with dinner, and I can drive on it just fine). No sadness. No suicidal thoughts. I don't have any complaints about brain fog either. I was in a really bad place, where it took everything just to go to the appointment and admit I needed something changed. I did notice it messed with my menstrual cycle though? I've read that could happen, talked with my doctor, and the dose was lowered from 100 mg to the current 80 mg. Problem solved."

• Kay...
• August 13, 2013

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "Have been on Geodon for a little over 2 months & I LOVE IT! It is definitely a life saver! It helps with my depression and mood swings. I take 40mg at night it helps me sleep & feel refreshed in the morning. I even started back college for Nursing. Helps me make good choices and makes me a lot more positive and energetic! I started off at 120mg at night but left me groggy & drowsy the next day until it was time for me to take it again at night so I dropped down to 40mg & it works wonders! I agree that every medicine isn't for everybody but definitely give it a try."

• Wis...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 10, 2016

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "Started this medicine about 2 months ago. The first week was hell, had to call and get the approval to cut from 80 mg to 40 mg at bedtime. I was falling asleep right after taking it. Couldn't stay awake for anything. After reducing to 40 mg, it's been wonderful. It's made my appetite almost nonexistent, which for me is nice. I currently take 600 mg 3x daily of Gabapentin, 20 mg of Lexapro in the AM, 40 mg of Geodon at bedtime, and 0.5 mg of Ativan as needed. This combo for me has saved my sanity! I finally feel somewhat normal (which has been life-changing)."

• Sik...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 3, 2018

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Bipolar Disorder "I'd rate this a 10, but I am still fairly new to it and don't want to be overly optimistic. However, my life has turned completely around on this medication. I did have a negative side effect that caused uncontrollable face and tongue movements, but once the dosage was adjusted and another medication called Cogentin was added to it, those movements have gone away. It was like night and day, and I didn't have to wait weeks to feel different. There is a euphoria that comes with it, a sense of well-being. It's helped my bipolar symptoms regarding concentration, mood, sleep, and overall well-being. Yes, I know many don't have a pleasant experience with anti- or atypical psychotic drugs, but for some of us, it can really change your life. If the pros outweigh the cons, then I'm down to keep using this medication. I take it with lithium, and this is the best I've felt in the 15 years that I've been diagnosed as bipolar."

• Czr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 12, 2019

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Schizoaffective Disorder "Geodon, in the beginning, sounded like a good idea, but it turns out that I was very wrong. After the first day of taking it, I developed insomnia, heart palpitations, and could not feel any emotions whatsoever. These symptoms persisted for the whole time I took Geodon, and on top of that, Geodon did nothing to help my psychosis. I then asked my doctor to get me off of Geodon, and that is when the real kicker shows. Geodon has horrible withdrawal symptoms that hit despite how slowly I decreased my dose. These withdrawal symptoms for me included really bad insomnia, which made it impossible to go to bed at all and caused hallucinations, flu-like symptoms, and more heart palpitations. I am currently in week 1 out of 12 of getting off my 120 mg dose. So basically, if you take this drug, you WILL be hooked on it. Good luck."

• CWR...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 10, 2015

Geodon (ziprasidone) for Schizophrenia "This medicine, taken in the throes of suicidal ideation, changes your thoughts, literally. After taking an additional 20 mg cap, my mind wanders to other, more immediate issues such as things I can do to help myself. I start thinking about doing activities such as housework, baking, painting, and anything else that gets me back into life and out of my chair playing computer games by the hour. I think this med is miraculous in the way it draws one away from the depths of despair to functionality. I have been taking it for several years, prescribed off-brand for clinical depression, and have been continually amazed that someone could create a medication that does so much good with virtually no downside. No hair loss, no weight gain."