Lurasidone

Lurasidone is prescribed to treat schizophrenia, depression and cases of bipolar disorder. This medicine functions by affecting certain substances in the brain as it belongs to the class of an atypical antipsychotics.

Before using this medication you should tell your doctor :

• if you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained within this medicine
• if you are taking any other medications
• if have a history of seizures, heart problem, kidney, liver problems, diabetes
• if you harbor suicidal thoughts or have dementia and other mental disorders

The dosage for this medication is determined by the doctor based on your age, medical history, and current condition. The usual dose in adults for treating Schizophrenia is 40 mg daily and for bipolar disorder, it is 20 mg once daily.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Schizophrenia

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Weight Gain

• Sleepiness

• Dry Mouth

• Dyspepsia

• Parkinsonism

• Akathisia

• Anxiety

• Stomach Discomfort

• Restlessness

• Abdominal Pain Upper

• Agitation

• Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)

• Increased Saliva Production

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect is initiated within 60 minutes after the administration of the medicine.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time for which this medicine will remain active and produce its action may vary from patient to patient. It may range between 20 - 40 hours after the medicine administration.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Lurasidone as ingredient

• Lurakem 80Mg Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Alsiva 40Mg Tablet

  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Lurace 40Mg Tablet

  Icon Life Sciences

• Emsidon 40Mg Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Unisidon 80Mg Tablet

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Lurafic 40Mg Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Luramax 40Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

• Lurasid 80Mg Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Luratrend 40Mg Tablet

  Abbott India Ltd

• Tablura 40Mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

This medicine belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotic drugs, which works by blocking the D2 and 5-HT2A activity, causing improvement in cognition. It is used to treat depression and schizophrenia caused by bipolar disorder. This medication alleviates the negative symptoms of psychoses and also reduces extrapyramidal side effects.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with the following medicines which include quinidine, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol, and mefloquine.

• Ques : What is Lurasidone?

  Ans : This medication is an atypical antipsychotic. It treats schizophrenia, depression, and cases of bipolar disorder. It functions by affecting certain substances in the brain.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Lurasidone before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Lurasidone?

  Ans : The usual dose in adults for treating Schizophrenia is 40 mg daily and for bipolar disorder it is 20 mg once daily.

• Ques : Should I use Lurasidone empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lurasidone?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Lurasidone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/lurasidone

• Lurasidone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB08815

• Latuda 18.5mg film-coated tablets- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2018 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3299/smpc