Zesper 20mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Thrift Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Risperidone (20mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Benzisoxazole Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Atypical Antipsychotics
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	397

FAQ

Can I drive vehicles while taking Zesper 20mg?

Zesper 20mg sometimes can cause dizziness, tiredness, and vision problems which can affect the ability of a person to drive and use heavy machines. Hence, the patients on Zesper 20mg are advised not to drive or operate machinery without consulting the doctor.

Can Zesper 20mg cause psychosis?

Zesper 20mg is used to treat conditions like psychosis and schizophrenia. The chances of developing medicine-induced psychosis are rare with Zesper 20mg. However, in a few specific conditions, there are chances where Zesper 20mg can worsen the psychiatric condition, although it is rare. Do consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement or worsening of symptoms.

Can Zesper 20mg cause weight gain?

Yes, Zesper 20mg can cause significant weight gain. You should monitor your weight regularly and if there is significant weight gain then you should report your doctor immediately.

Can I take my medicines for epilepsy while taking Zesper 20mg?

You should not stop taking your anti-epileptic medicines while taking other medications. Some antiepileptic medications like Carbamazepine, phenytoin may alter the blood levels of Zesper 20mg and therefore special caution should be ensured while taking these medications. The dose of Zesper 20mg should be adjusted as needed while taking along with antiepileptic drugs. If you start or stop taking such medicines you may need a different dose of Zesper 20mg.

Is Zesper 20mg good for anxiety?

Few studies suggest that low doses of Zesper 20mg can be used for anxiety. However, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. The doctor will suggest the exact dose by weighing the possible benefits and risks associated with this medicine. Take the medication as advised by the doctor and follow the instructions as provided.

What if you forget to take Zesper Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zesper 20mg, 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.

Zesper 20mg Tablet Reviews

Zesper 20mg is 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) and mania.

Zesper 20mg is taken with or without food, preferably at night. 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 in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include insomnia, sedation, somnolence, vomiting, coughing, parkinsonism, headache, and fever. 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 may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

How Zesper 20mg Tablet Works

Zesper 20mg is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

How to Use Zesper 20mg 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. Zesper 20mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Zesper 20mg Tablet

In Treatment of Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Zesper 20mg helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
In Treatment of Mania: Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Zesper 20mg helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Zesper 20mg will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Uses of Zesper 20mg Tablet

Treatment of Schizophrenia
Treatment of Mania

Zesper 20mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Zesper 20mg 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.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Zesper 20mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Liver ^CAUTION

Zesper 20mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zesper 20mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Zesper 20mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zesper 20mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Zesper 20mg 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

Zesper 20mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

It may cause increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and fat. Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Zesper 20mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may cause less weight gain, sedation, and heart problems as compared to other similar medicines.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases as Zesper 20mg can increase your risk of irregular heartbeat.
It may take 4-6 weeks to notice any medication effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or restlessness.
Do not stop taking Zesper 20mg without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Zesper 20mg helps treat schizophrenia and mania.

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