Sizodon Plus Tablet
About Sizodon Plus Tablet
This tablet belongs to the drug group known as atypical antipsychotics, used in the treatment of psychotic disorders. This medication can treat schizophrenia and manic depression, both symptoms of bipolar disorder. It is also used for treating irritability symptoms in children suffering from autism. This tablet helps in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in the brain, which can eventually reduce the symptoms associated with psychotic disorders.
This tablet, an atypical antipsychotic medicine, is used for treating various symptoms associated with psychotic disorders. The disorders can be schizophrenia, manic depression in people with bipolar disorder or irritability in autistic children. It is believed that there is an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain of people suffering from these psychotic disorders. This medicine helps in the restoration of this imbalance, thus treating the symptoms related to these conditions.
What are the uses of Sizodon Plus Tablet
Depression
Change In Mood
Abnormal Involuntary Movements
Moderate To Severe Pain
Nervous System Disorder
What are the contraindications of Sizodon Plus Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Sizodon Plus Tablet ?
Headache
Unusual Tiredness And Weakness
Nausea Or Vomiting
Key highlights of Sizodon Plus Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication can last for an average duration of 24 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medication can be observed within an hour of oral administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medication is not known to cause any harmful effect on the fetus of pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medication is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding as the medicine can cause side effects on the baby.
What are the substitutes for Sizodon Plus Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Sizodon Plus Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Risnia Plus 3 Mg/2 Mg Tablet
Cipla Ltd
- Risdone-Plus Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Risdil Plus Tablet
Dycine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Resque-Plus Tablet
Talent India
- Risjoy Plus Tablet
Kriven Health Solutions
- Rispond Plus 3 mg/2 mg Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd
- Rispibel Plus 3 Mg/2 Mg Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Rapitry 3 mg/2 mg Tablet
RKG Pharma
- Roze Plus Tablet
Theo Pharma Pvt Ltd
- Isodin Plus Tablet
Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This tablet works via a dual mechanism and includes medicine Risperidone and Trihexyphenidyl. It is used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Risperidone works by binding to the serotonin (5HT2) and dopamine D2 receptors and inhibits the release of chemical substances thus helps in reducing the symptoms. Trihexyphenidyl works by blocking the cholinergic activity in the central nervous system and reduces the body secretions, increases the heart rate, dilates the pupils and reduces spasm of smooth muscle.
What are the interactions of Sizodon Plus Tablet ?
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 Alcohol
Ethanol
Consumption of alcohol while taking Sizodon Plus Tablet is not recommended. Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided in such cases.Interaction with Medicine
Alprazolam
Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided after taking these medicines. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting your doctor. Any medicine having sedation as a side effect must be taken with caution while taking this tablet.Codeine
Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided after taking these medicines. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting your doctor.Interaction with Disease
This tablet should be administered with caution if you are suffering from a liver abnormality. Consult your doctor before taking this medication as dose adjustments might be required based on the severity of impairment.Kidney Disease
This medicine should be administered with caution if you are suffering from a kidney abnormality. Consult your doctor before taking this medication as dose adjustments might be required based on the severity of impairment.
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