SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET contains Amisulpride which belongs to the group of medicines called Antipsychotics. It is used to treat schizophrenia (serious mental disorder) in affected individuals.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with breast cancer or prolactin dependent tumor, phaeochromocytoma (type of adrenal gland tumor), and/or pituitary tumor. It is also not recommended for use in patients allergic to amisulpride.
Before taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, Parkinson’s disease (type of brain disorder), fits, signs of low potassium levels in your blood (such as constipation, fatigue, muscle damage), stroke, kidney problems, and/or liver problems (such as hepatic impairment).
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. It is also not recommended for use in breast feeding women.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age) which should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
The most common side effects of taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET are feeling anxious, drowsy or agitated, constipation, nausea, vomiting, and/or blurred vision. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET works by blocking dopamine D2 receptors (proteins responsible for synthesis and release of dopamine) in brain which results in reduced synthesis of dopamine thus improving thoughts, feelings and behaviour and thereby treating symptoms of schizophrenia in affected individuals.
Tablet:
Take SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Orally Disintegrating Tablet:
Take SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET as advised by your physician. Place SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET inside your mouth and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Constipation:
Try to eat high-fiber foods such as vegetables, cereals, fresh fruit, and drink plenty of water. Involve in regular exercise (going for a daily walk or run) and if this does not help, consult and inform your doctor for receiving alternate treatments for constipation.
Nausea and vomiting:
Try to take SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if symptom gets worse.
Dry mouth:
Try to drink plenty of cold water and sip on cold unsweetened drinks and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Brush your teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
Dizziness:
Try to rest and get enough sleep. Try to avoid driving or operating any tools or machines while you feel dizzy. Limit consumption of alcohol, as it can aggravate dizziness. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom worsens.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. Women of childbearing potential should not the medicine if effective contraception is not practised. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Do not drive or operate machines if you feel less alert, drowsy, sleepy and/or have blurred vision after taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET since it may alter the effect of the medicine.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems such as hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Do not take SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET if you are allergic to amisulpride and/or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with unusual heart rate. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use if you have:
Before taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have:
Use in Pediatrics:
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Use in Geriatrics:
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are feeling restless or shaky, rigid muscles, feeling drowsy and/or sleepy which could lead to a loss of consciousness.
Drug | : | Amisulpride |
Pharmacological Category | : | Antipsychotics |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Schizophrenia |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
What SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is used for?
[GBNKEWYORD] is used in the treatment of schizophrenia which is a serious mental disorder that affects a person’s ability to think, feel and/or behave clearly. It is generally characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and/or confused thoughts in affected individuals.
How SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET is taken?
Take SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Can SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET be stopped without consulting the doctor?
No, SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET should not be stopped without consulting a doctor since it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as muscle stiffness, and/or unusual body movements. Consult your doctor before stopping the medicine who may stop the medicine if recommended.
How SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET WORKS?
SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET works by blocking dopamine D2 receptors (proteins responsible for synthesis and release of dopamine) in brain which results in reduced synthesis of dopamine thus improving thoughts, feelings and behaviour and thereby treating symptoms of schizophrenia in affected individuals.
Can SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET be used during pregnancy?
No, SIZOPRIDE 200 TABLET should not be used during pregnancy or in women planning for pregnancy since it may affect the fetus. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
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Written By Dr. K .AZEEM HUSSAIN, B.D.S
Last updated on 13 Oct 2022 | 05:54 PM(IST)
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