Geodon made very sleepy in the beginning, but after some time it didn't make me that sleepy at all. In fact, I needed Seroquel XR added to help me sleep, but our experiences certainly may not turn out the same. Unlike you, I was on disability. I definitely can understand how difficult oversedation could be if you have to get up and drive early.

A poster above mentioned Perphanazine (Trilafon) and Thiothixene (Navane). I tried both. Navane was extremely weight friendly and was helpful for a while (I took it in addition to 160 mg Geodon). Unfortunately at a higher dose (my doctor wanted it to replace my Geodon) I developed a dystonia. A bit scary.

Perphanazine replaced Navane. I found Perphanazine even more effective, but panicked when I gained 9 lbs in one month. However, some people I know who also took it found it weight friendly.

After years, my only antipsychotic is a medium dose of Seroquel XR. At higher doses I gained weight from it, but not at medium doses. Seroquel regular was less friendly for me. Seroquel XR does have a rep for morning sedation "hangover", but that has eased for me.