Alkepin ODT 100mg Tablet (Clozapine 100mg)
$43.00 – $120.00
| Country of Origin | India |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | Tablet |
| Generic Name | Clozapine |
| Indication | Schizophrenia |
| Manufacturer | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
| Packaging | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
| Composition | Clozapine (100mg) |
| Alkepin ODT 100mg Tablet (Clozapine 100mg) | |||
| Pack Size | Price | Price/Unit | Add To Cart |
| 50 Tablet/s | $43.00 (0.86/unit) | $0.86 | |
| 100 Tablet/s | $80.00 (0.8/unit) | $0.8 | |
| 150 Tablet/s | $120.00 (0.8/unit) | $0.8 | |
About ALKEPIN ODT 100 MG TABLET 10’S
ALKEPIN ODT 100 MG TABLET 10’S belongs to a group of medicines called antipsychotics used to treat schizophrenia. Additionally, ALKEPIN ODT 100 MG TABLET 10’S is also used to reduce the risk of suicidal behaviour in patients with schizophrenia or other similar disorders. Schizophrenia is a medical condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, feel unusually suspicious or confused.
ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S contains ‘Clozapine’ that works by blocking the effects of chemical receptors in the brain such as dopamine and serotonin, thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour and thoughts.
Take ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S with or without food. Swallow ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush the tablet. You are advised to take ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as tachycardia (fast heartbeat), dizziness, headache, tremor, sweating, dry mouth, nausea, constipation and visual disturbances. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Please do not stop taking ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S suddenly as it might cause withdrawal symptoms. Consult your doctor before taking ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S if you are pregnant. Do not take ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.
Uses of ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S
Schizophrenia
Medicinal Benefits
ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S belongs to a group of medicines called antipsychotics. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S is used to treat schizophrenia and to reduce the risk of suicidal behaviour in patients with schizophrenia or other similar disorders. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S works by blocking the effects of chemical receptors in the brain such as dopamine and serotonin, thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour and thoughts. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S is used to treat schizophrenia when two or other antipsychotic drugs were not effective or have caused severe adverse effects. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S is also used to treat psychotic disorders in patients with Parkinson’s disease when standard treatments have been failed.
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Side Effects of ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S
- Tachycardia (fast heartbeat)
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Tremor
- Sweating
- Low blood pressure
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Visual disturbances
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have galactose intolerance, total lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, low number of white blood cells or taking medicines that can cause low levels of white blood cells, bone marrow disorder, epilepsy, circulatory collapse (pronounced fall in blood pressure that can lead to unconsciousness), brain disorders, severe kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease with jaundice, liver failure or paralytic ileus (small intestine disorder). Inform your doctor if you have a low number of white blood cells or platelet count, orthostatic hypotension, epilepsy, enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating, glaucoma, severe constipation, diabetes, heart, liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S if you are pregnant. Do not take ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Be careful while taking ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S along with antihistamines (medicines used to treat cold, allergies or hay fever), together they might cause increased drowsiness. ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S might affect how your body controls temperature, therefore being cautious while exercising, taking hot baths or sauna, as ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S might make you dizzy or faint.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S may have interaction with antipsychotic (aripiprazole, haloperidol, lurasidone, lithium, risperidone, quetiapine, olanzapine), anti-anxiety (lorazepam, alprazolam), anti-cholinergic (benztropine), anti-depressant (duloxetine, escitalopram, sertraline), anti-convulsant (divalproex sodium, clonazepam, lamotrigine), muscle relaxants (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), antihistamines (cetrizine, diphenhydramine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol as it could lead to increased dizziness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: ALKEPIN ODT 100MG TABLET 10’S may have interactions with dementia (memory loss), CNS depression, liver disease, seizures, low blood pressure, diabetes, lipid alterations, weight gain, parkinsonism, acute alcohol intoxication, Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (occurs due to reaction with antipsychotic drugs), Tardive dyskinesia (repetitive, involuntary movements), QT interval prolongation, kidney impairment/disease, blood abnormalities, lipid alterations and Hyperprolactinemia (higher levels of prolactin in the blood).
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