Lurasid 40 Tablet (Lurasidone 40mg)

Lurasid 40 Mg Tablet is prescribed to treat schizophrenia, depression and cases of bipolar disorder. This medicine functions by affecting certain substances in the brain as it belongs to the class of an atypical antipsychotics.

Before using this medication you should tell your doctor :

if you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained within this medicine

if you are taking any other medications

if have a history of seizures, heart problem, kidney, liver problems, diabetes

if you harbor suicidal thoughts or have dementia and other mental disorders

The dosage for this medication is determined by the doctor based on your age, medical history, and current condition. The usual dose in adults for treating Schizophrenia is 40 mg daily and for bipolar disorder, it is 20 mg once daily.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

The medication can treat the below provided problems:

Schizophrenia

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A patient can suffer from the following side effects:

Nausea

Vomiting

Weight Gain

Sleepiness

Dry Mouth

Dyspepsia

Parkinsonism

Akathisia

Anxiety

Stomach Discomfort

Restlessness

Abdominal Pain Upper

Agitation

Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)

Increased Saliva Production

Are there any overdose instructions?

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Are there any missed dose instructions?

If you miss a dose of this medication, please consult your doctor.

Lurasid 40 medicine belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotic drugs, which works by blocking the D2 and 5-HT2A activity, causing improvement in cognition. It is used to treat depression and schizophrenia caused by bipolar disorder. This medication alleviates the negative symptoms of psychoses and also reduces extrapyramidal side effects.