Amazeo OD 400 Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Amisulpride (400mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Denzamide Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Atypical Antipsychotics
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	536

FAQ

Does Amazeo OD 400 help with anxiety?

No, there is no data to support the use of Amazeo OD 400 in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amazeo OD 400.

Is Amazeo OD 400 addictive?

No, there is no evidence to say that Amazeo OD 400 causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.

Does Amazeo OD 400 make you sleepy?

Yes, Amazeo OD 400 may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.

Who should not take Amazeo OD 400?

You should not take Amazeo OD 400 if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amazeo OD 400 if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.

What does Amazeo OD 400 do to the brain?

Amazeo OD 400 belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Amazeo OD 400 prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.

Can I stop taking Amazeo OD 400 after some time?

No, you should keep taking Amazeo OD 400 as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.

When should I take Amazeo OD 400?

The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amazeo OD 400?

Suddenly stopping Amazeo OD 400 may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Amazeo OD 400.

What if you forget to take Amazeo OD Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Amazeo OD 400, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Amazeo OD 400 Tablet Reviews

Amazeo OD 400 is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave.

Amazeo OD 400 may be taken with or without food, preferably before bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, insomnia, and erectile dysfunction. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine can lead to weight gain and may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

How Amazeo OD 400 Tablet Works

Amazeo OD 400 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to Use Amazeo OD 400 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amazeo OD 400 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Amazeo OD 400 Tablet

In Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Amazeo OD 400 helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Take it as prescribed by the doctor and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Uses of Amazeo OD 400 Tablet

Schizophrenia

Amazeo OD 400 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Amazeo OD 400 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Amazeo OD 400 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amazeo OD 400 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amazeo OD 400.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Amazeo OD 400 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amazeo OD 400 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Amazeo OD 400 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Amazeo OD 400 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Amazeo OD 400 helps treat schizophrenia.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Amazeo OD 400 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Do not stop taking Amazeo OD 400 without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

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