Geodon 40 mg Capsules

Geodon® (ziprasidone hydrochloride) is an antipsychotic medication approved for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is available by prescription only and comes in capsule form, in the following strengths:
 
  • Geodon 20 mg capsules
  • Geodon 40 mg capsules
  • Geodon 60 mg capsules
  • Geodon 80 mg capsules.
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For the treatment of bipolar disorder, most people start with Geodon 40 mg capsules (one capsule, twice a day). The recommended starting Geodon dose for treating schizophrenia is 20 mg twice daily. If necessary, your healthcare provider may increase your dosage up to a maximum of 80 mg twice a day.
 
(Click Geodon Dosage for important tips and precautions for using this medication and to find out how your healthcare provider will determine an appropriate Geodon dose for your situation.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;