Lamipride 100 Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Lamium Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Amisulpride (100mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Denzamide Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Atypical Antipsychotics
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	634

FAQ

Who should not take Lamipride 100?

You should not take Lamipride 100 if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Lamipride 100 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.

When should I take Lamipride 100?

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.

Is Lamipride 100 addictive?

No, there is no evidence to say that Lamipride 100 causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.

What does Lamipride 100 do to the brain?

Lamipride 100 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. Lamipride 100 prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Lamipride 100?

Suddenly stopping Lamipride 100 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 Lamipride 100.

Does Lamipride 100 help with anxiety?

No, there is no data to support the use of Lamipride 100 in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Lamipride 100.

Does Lamipride 100 make you sleepy?

Yes, Lamipride 100 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.

Can I stop taking Lamipride 100 after some time?

No, you should keep taking Lamipride 100 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.

What if you forget to take Lamipride Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Lamipride 100, 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.

Lamipride 100 Tablet Reviews

Lamipride 100 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.

Lamipride 100 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 Lamipride 100 Tablet Works

Lamipride 100 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to Use Lamipride 100 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. Lamipride 100 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Lamipride 100 Tablet

In Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Lamipride 100 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 Lamipride 100 Tablet

Schizophrenia

Lamipride 100 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lamipride 100 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lamipride 100 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.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Lamipride 100 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Lamipride 100 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lamipride 100 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lamipride 100.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Lamipride 100 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lamipride 100 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Lamipride 100 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
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 stop taking Lamipride 100 without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Lamipride 100 helps treat schizophrenia.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

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