If geodon (ziprasidone) is heavily sedating what could one use to go to sleep when it is not needed anymore? took trazodone and ativan melatonin still not deep slee

Insomnia: Insomnia is not easily treated with medications only, but a combination of techniques: routine sleep time and wake up time, diet, exercise, relaxation. Consult doctor for medications in appropriate doses and time of administration would make a difference in sleeping cycle regulation. Also need to rule out sleep apnea and nightmares waking up during the night.

Due to side effects: Geodon (ziprasidone) is not an ideal choice of medication for addressing isolated insomnia. Particularly as there are many other options which are considered safer.

First please have a complete physical examination to know if you have an illness. If not, your medication should be managed by a Psychiatrist. If you are not confident in your Doctor please see another for a second opinion. Please see a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy to help you and recommend a sleep study.