Maxpride 50 Tablet (Amisulpride 50mg)

Maxpride 50mgTablet is an antipsychotic medicine used for the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental condition that is characterised by disturbed thinking, emotions, perception of reality, sense of self, and behaviour) in adults. It works by altering the action of a chemical substance called dopamine in the brain.

Maxpride 50mgTablet may cause some side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, restlessness, nervousness, dry mouth, constipation, trouble sleeping, weight gain, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you for a long time or become severe.

Maxpride 50mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on your clinical condition. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose as it may lead to side effects.

Maxpride 50mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. This medicine should be used with caution if you have diabetes, seizures (fits), Parkinson’s disease (a brain disorder that affects movement), or heart, liver, or kidney problems. Inform your doctor about all your ongoing medications to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

List of substitutes for Maxpride 50 MG Tablet

Amiselect 50 MG Tablet

Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Amival 50 MG Tablet

Strides Shasun Ltd.

Cizorest 50 MG Tablet

Cipla Ltd.

Skizotus 50 MG Tablet

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Zulpride 50 MG Tablet

Unichem Laboratories Ltd.

Major & minor side effects for Maxpride 50 MG Tablet

Fever

Excessive sweating

Change in heart rate

Tremor

Excessive salivation

Constipation

Dry mouth

Weight gain

Missed menstrual periods

Dizziness

Drowsiness

Nausea or Vomiting

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What is it prescribed for?

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, behaves, expresses emotions, and perceives reality. The symptoms include hearing voices, visual hallucinations, disorganized thoughts, delusion (an unshakable belief in things that are not true), etc. Maxpride 50 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Allergy

Avoid taking Maxpride 50 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Phaeochromocytoma

Phaeochromocytoma is a rare tumour of the adrenal glands (a small gland located on top of your kidney that is responsible for producing chemical substances known as hormones). It is often associated with symptoms such as high blood pressure, increased heartbeat, sweating, headache, etc. Avoid taking Maxpride 50 MG Tablet if you have pheochromocytoma as it may result in a hypertensive crisis (a severe increase in blood pressure with a high risk of other complications that may be life-threatening).

Prolactin dependent tumour

Prolactin-dependent tumour is a tumour that develops due to an excess of prolactin hormone in the body. Women with higher blood levels of prolactin have a higher risk of breast cancer. Also, prolactinoma is a tumour of the pituitary gland (a gland at the base of the brain) that produces an excessive amount of the hormone prolactin. Maxpride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have prolactinoma or breast cancer as it may further worsen your condition.

Levodopa

Levodopa is a medicine used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (a brain disorder that affects movement with symptoms such as tremors, shakiness, stiffness, difficulty in walking, impaired balance and coordination, etc.). Combined use of Maxpride 50 MG Tablet and Levodopa is not recommended as the effects of these medicines are exactly the opposite. Thus it will reduce the effectiveness of both medications and also increase the risk of undesired effects.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet is unsafe for use while breastfeeding as this medicine passes into the breastmilk and may harm your baby. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

Heart disease

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet Tablet may cause a heart rhythm problem called QT prolongation and also increase the risk of formation of blood clots. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have heart problems. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor the functioning of your heart while you are taking this medicine.

Diabetes mellitus

Diabetes is a condition in which there is an increase in blood sugar levels. Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have diabetes as this medicine may alter your blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly during treatment with this medicine.

Hypokalaemia

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have low potassium levels. Your doctor may initiate the treatment with this medicine only after the potassium deficit is corrected.

Use in the elderly

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be used with extreme caution in the elderly due to the increased risk of side effects.

Use in children

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Seizure disorders

Seizure disorder is a neurological condition in which your brain activity becomes abnormal, causing uncontrolled jerking of the body. Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have seizures, as this medicine may trigger a seizure attack and worsen your condition.

Leukopenia

Leukopenia is a condition in which there is decreased white blood cell count characterised by frequent infections, fever with chills, sore throat, mouth ulcers, etc. Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be use with caution as it may cause leukopenia. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained infections or fever.

Suicidal tendencies

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet may cause changes in mood and behaviour and suicidal thought, especially during the initial stage of the treatment. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience mood changes or develop thoughts of self-harm so that counselling can be done.

Driving or operating machines

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision in some cases. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with Maxpride 50 MG Tablet.

Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that affects movement. Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have Parkinson’s disease as it may further worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Maxpride 50 MG Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Maxpride 50 MG Tablet.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Maxpride 50 MG Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Interaction with Medicine

Diltiazem

Tramadol

Quinidine

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet is excreted via the kidney and may get accumulated in your body if your kidneys are not functioning properly. This can increase the risk of side effects. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have kidney problems.

Liver Disease

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may further worsen your condition. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellow colouring of the eyes or skin.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Take Maxpride 50 MG Tablet exactly advised by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet.

Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen

Do not stop taking Maxpride 50 MG Tablet without consulting your doctor, as sudden discontinuation may cause withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and sleeping difficulty. Hence, your doctor will gradually reduce the dose over a period to avoid such undesired effects. Also, if you stop taking this medicine early, it may worsen your condition.

Maxpride 50 MG Tablet may cause weight gain. Hence, monitor your weight periodically while you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you have a history of breast cancer, as this medicine may increase the risk of breast cancer.

Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking Maxpride 50 MG Tablet.