Zulpride 200mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Amisulpride (200mg)
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	560

FAQ

Does Zulpride 200mg help with anxiety?

No, there is no data to support the use of Zulpride 200mg in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Zulpride 200mg.

Who should not take Zulpride 200mg?

You should not take Zulpride 200mg if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Zulpride 200mg 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.

Can I stop taking Zulpride 200mg after some time?

No, you should keep taking Zulpride 200mg 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 Zulpride 200mg make you sleepy?

Yes, Zulpride 200mg 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.

When should I take Zulpride 200mg?

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 does Zulpride 200mg do to the brain?

Zulpride 200mg 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. Zulpride 200mg prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.

Is Zulpride 200mg addictive?

No, there is no evidence to say that Zulpride 200mg causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Zulpride 200mg?

Suddenly stopping Zulpride 200mg 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 Zulpride 200mg.

What if you forget to take Zulpride Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zulpride 200mg, 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.

Zulpride 200mg Tablet Reviews

Zulpride 200mg 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.

Zulpride 200mg 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 Zulpride 200mg Tablet Works

Zulpride 200mg is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to Use Zulpride 200mg 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. Zulpride 200mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Zulpride 200mg Tablet

In Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Zulpride 200mg 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 Zulpride 200mg Tablet

Schizophrenia

Zulpride 200mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Zulpride 200mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zulpride 200mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Zulpride 200mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Zulpride 200mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zulpride 200mg.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Zulpride 200mg 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.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Zulpride 200mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zulpride 200mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not stop taking Zulpride 200mg without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Zulpride 200mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Zulpride 200mg helps treat schizophrenia.

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