Brand name: Ziprasidone Titration Pack (Apo) TM
Active ingredients: ziprasidone
What it is used for
Ziprasidone is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia, related psychoses, prevention of relapse and for maintenance of clinical improvement during continuation therapy. Ziprasidone is indicated as monotherapy for the short-term treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Capsule, hard
Blue/White size '0' hard gelatin capsules imprinted in black ink with "CL65" on the cap and "80mg" on the body; filled with pale pink coloured powder
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 2: Capsule, hard
White/white size '1' hard gelatin capsules imprinted in black ink with "cl64" on the cap and "60mg" on the body; filled with pale pink coloured powder.
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 3: Capsule, hard
Blue/Blue size '2' hard gelatin capsules imprinted in black ink with "CL63" on the cap and "40mg" on the body; filled with pale pink coloured powder
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient ziprasidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems