Amcalm 50 Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Pulse Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Amisulpride (50mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Denzamide Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Atypical Antipsychotics
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	550

FAQ

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amcalm 50?

Suddenly stopping Amcalm 50 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 Amcalm 50.

What does Amcalm 50 do to the brain?

Amcalm 50 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. Amcalm 50 prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.

Can I stop taking Amcalm 50 after some time?

No, you should keep taking Amcalm 50 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 Amcalm 50?

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.

Does Amcalm 50 make you sleepy?

Yes, Amcalm 50 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.

Is Amcalm 50 addictive?

No, there is no evidence to say that Amcalm 50 causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.

Does Amcalm 50 help with anxiety?

No, there is no data to support the use of Amcalm 50 in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amcalm 50.

Who should not take Amcalm 50?

You should not take Amcalm 50 if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amcalm 50 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 if you forget to take Amcalm Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Amcalm 50, 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.

Amcalm 50 Tablet Reviews

Amcalm 50 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.

Amcalm 50 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 Amcalm 50 Tablet Works

Amcalm 50 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to Use Amcalm 50 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. Amcalm 50 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Amcalm 50 Tablet

In Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Amcalm 50 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 Amcalm 50 Tablet

Schizophrenia

Amcalm 50 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amcalm 50.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Amcalm 50 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Amcalm 50 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Amcalm 50 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amcalm 50 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Amcalm 50 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.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Amcalm 50 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amcalm 50 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Amcalm 50 helps treat schizophrenia.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Do not stop taking Amcalm 50 without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Amcalm 50 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

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