Zipsydon 40 Capsule 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.

Zipsydon 40 Capsule contains 'Ziprasidone’ that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain and improves thinking mood, and behaviour. Zipsydon 40 Capsule helps in clear thinking and decreases hallucinations. Zipsydon 40 Capsule 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 Zipsydon 40 Capsule 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 Zipsydon 40 Capsule . 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 Zipsydon 40 Capsule . Avoid consuming alcohol during the course as it can make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery while using Zipsydon 40 Capsule since it can make you sleepy.

Zipsydon 40 Capsule is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). Zipsydon 40 Capsule effectively treats manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia. It contains 'Ziprasidone' that belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotics. Zipsydon 40 Capsule works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain. It is also known to improve thinking, mood and behaviour. Zipsydon 40 Capsule helps in clear thinking and relieves the psychotic symptoms like delusions and hallucinations.

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

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 Zipsydon 40 Capsule . Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before using Zipsydon 40 Capsule . 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. Zipsydon 40 Capsule is not recommended for people below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Zipsydon 40 Capsule may interact with opioid pain relievers (codeine, hydrocodone), anti-anxiety drugs (alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), anti-allergic drugs (cetirizine), common cold medicines (diphenhydramine), antidepressants (escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline), antipsychotics (quetiapine), fits medicines (topiramate), and central nervous system stimulants (lisdexamfetamine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Do not consume alcohol while taking Zipsydon 40 Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Zipsydon 40 Capsule , let your doctor know if you have 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.

• CODEINE
• HYDROCODONE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• LORAZEPAM
• ZOLPIDEM
• CARISOPRODOL
• CYCLOBENZAPRINE
• CETIRIZINE
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• ESCITALOPRAM
• FLUOXETINE
• SERTRALINE
• QUETIAPINE
• TOPIRAMATE
• LISDEXAMFETAMINE

• 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.

• Let your doctor know that you are taking Zipsydon 40 Capsule if you are undergoing any medical tests.
• Zipsydon 40 Capsule 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.

Schizophrenia: It is a condition in which the person may see, hear or feel things that are not there, believe things that are not true, feel unusually suspicious or confused. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders, disorganised thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc. Schizophrenia is triggered by physical, genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. Patients suffering from this disease may require lifelong treatment. Treatment involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy and care services.

Manic depression (bipolar disorder): It is a serious brain disorder in which a person goes through unusual mood changes (mood swings) and frequent change in his/her behaviour and thinking.