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Zipradep 20mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
Written By Divya L , PharmaD
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Composition :

ZIPRASIDONE-20MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

India P&G plaza, Cardinal Gracias Road, Chakala, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400099, India
Other Info - ZIP0057

Author Details

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Written By

Divya L

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Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:35 AM IST

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FAQs

Zipradep 20mg Tablet works by balancing the chemical messengers like dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, thereby improving mood, behaviour and thoughts.

Zipradep 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in the medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (coronary artery disease, irregular heartbeat), breast cancer, breathing problems (sleep apnoea), stroke, diabetes, dementia, fits, low white blood cells, obesity, and swallowing problems. Please let your doctor know if you have any other medical problems before starting Zipradep 20mg Tablet .

Zipradep 20mg Tablet may make you sweat less and can likely cause heart stroke. Hence, it is advised to limit activities that cause overheat like an exercise in hot weather or using hot tubs. Drink plenty of fluids and dress lightly.

Zipradep 20mg Tablet may cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position to make you feel dizzy.

Zipradep 20mg Tablet can cause a side effect called orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

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Alcohol

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It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet . Alcohol intake, along with Zipradep 20mg Tablet , may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Using antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy may cause muscle problems in newborns. Please consult your doctor before taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Zipradep 20mg Tablet is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

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Zipradep 20mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive if you are not mentally alert or experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Zipradep 20mg Tablet if you suffer from any severe kidney impairment/disease.

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Children

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Zipradep 20mg Tablet is not recommended in people below 18 years of age.

Reference

  1. https://www.slam.nhs.uk/media/18312/ziprasidone.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/pregnancy/ziprasidone.html
  3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-20568/ziprasidone-oral/details
  4. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/020825s035,020919s02bl.pdf

About Zipradep 20mg Tablet

Zipradep 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called 'atypical antipsychotics,' primarily used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there (hallucinations), believe things that are not true, and feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression or bipolar disorder is a serious brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behavioural changes.

Zipradep 20mg Tablet contains 'Ziprasidone’ that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain and improves thinking mood, and behaviour. Zipradep 20mg Tablet helps in clear thinking and decreases hallucinations. Zipradep 20mg Tablet is used for treating manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia.

Take this as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Common side effects of Zipradep 20mg Tablet include drowsiness, dizziness, light-headedness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, runny nose, and cough. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Ziprasidone is not recommended for treatment in patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis. If you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications, let your doctor know before starting Zipradep 20mg Tablet . Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, breathing problems, diabetes, obesity, and fits. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before starting Zipradep 20mg Tablet . Avoid consuming alcohol during the course as it can make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery while using Zipradep 20mg Tablet since it can make you sleepy.

Uses of Zipradep 20mg Tablet

Schizophrenia and Manic depression (bipolar disorder).

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Medicinal Benefits

Zipradep 20mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). Zipradep 20mg Tablet effectively treats manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia. It contains 'Ziprasidone' that belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotics. Zipradep 20mg Tablet works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain. It is also known to improve thinking, mood and behaviour. Zipradep 20mg Tablet helps in clear thinking and relieves the psychotic symptoms like delusions and hallucinations.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Zipradep 20mg Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Light-headedness
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Runny nose
  • Cough

Drug Warnings

Ziprasidone is not recommended for treatment in patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis. Brief your medical history if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (coronary artery disease, irregular heartbeat), breast cancer, breathing problems (sleep apnoea), stroke, diabetes, dementia, fits, low white blood cells, obesity, and swallowing problems before starting Zipradep 20mg Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before using Zipradep 20mg Tablet . Avoid consuming alcohol as it might lead to increased side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. Zipradep 20mg Tablet is not recommended for people below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ZiprasidoneAsenapine
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ZiprasidoneVardenafil
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ZiprasidoneAsenapine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Asenapine with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Zipradep 20mg Tablet and Asenapine but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneVardenafil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vardenafil with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vardenafil with Zipradep 20mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneChloroquine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Taking Chloroquine with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chloroquine with Zipradep 20mg Tablet is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Taking Metoclopramide with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects like uncontrolled movement disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metoclopramide with Zipradep 20mg Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience lip-smacking, chewing, puckering, frowning or scowling, tongue thrusting, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, tremor, jitteriness, restlessness, pacing, and foot tapping. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidonePerphenazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Perphenazine with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet with Perphenazine is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneVemurafenib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vemurafenib with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet with Vemurafenib together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneTriclabendazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Triclabendazole with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triclabendazole with Zipradep 20mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneBuprenorphine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet with Buprenorphine can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet with Buprenorphine is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneTizanidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tizanidine with Zipradep 20mg Tablet is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZiprasidoneDolasetron
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zipradep 20mg Tablet:
Taking Dolasetron with Zipradep 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet with Dolasetron is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking Zipradep 20mg Tablet if you are undergoing any medical tests.
  • Zipradep 20mg Tablet may affect blood glucose levels; hence, it is advised to monitor blood sugar levels regularly. 
  • Ziprasidone may affect QT prolongation (heart muscle takes longer than usual to recharge between beats) that can cause serious fast/irregular heartbeat. Hence it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any heart-related problems like heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in EKG or ECG (electrocardiogram), and a family history of heart diseases.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain anti-oxidants.
  • Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
  • Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

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