Skizotus OD 100mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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	4.3
User Reviews	370

FAQ

Can I stop taking Skizotus OD 100mg after some time?

No, you should keep taking Skizotus OD 100mg 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.

Does Skizotus OD 100mg make you sleepy?

Yes, Skizotus OD 100mg 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.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Skizotus OD 100mg?

Suddenly stopping Skizotus OD 100mg 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 Skizotus OD 100mg.

When should I take Skizotus OD 100mg?

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 Skizotus OD 100mg help with anxiety?

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

Is Skizotus OD 100mg addictive?

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

What does Skizotus OD 100mg do to the brain?

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

Who should not take Skizotus OD 100mg?

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

If you miss a dose of Skizotus OD 100mg, 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.

Skizotus OD 100mg Tablet Reviews

Skizotus OD 100mg 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.

Skizotus OD 100mg 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 Skizotus OD 100mg Tablet Works

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

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

Benefits of Skizotus OD 100mg Tablet

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

Schizophrenia

Skizotus OD 100mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Skizotus OD 100mg.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Skizotus OD 100mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Skizotus OD 100mg 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}

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

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

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

Kidney ^CAUTION

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

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking Skizotus OD 100mg 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.
It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Skizotus OD 100mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Skizotus OD 100mg helps treat schizophrenia.

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