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Emsidon 40 Tablet

Lurasidone (40mg)

₹184.75 ₹217.3515% Off


Product Code: 339797
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Constituents

Lurasidone (40mg)

Usage of Emsidon 40 Tablet

  • Schizophrenia

Description of Emsidon 40 Tablet

Emsidon 40 Tablet should be taken with food. 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 stop taking this medicine 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, and insomnia (difficulty sleeping). 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. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.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 as in rare cases it may cause serious side effects like high blood sugar levels or seizures.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Emsidon

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Indigestion
  • Anxiety
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Increased saliva production

Unit

10 tablets

Manufacturer

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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How to use Emsidon 40 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. Emsidon 40 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Medicine Works

Emsidon 40 Tablet work by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts. .

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Emsidon 40 Tablet.

Emsidon 40 Tablet 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.

Emsidon 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Emsidon 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Emsidon 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Emsidon 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Emsidon 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Emsidon 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Emsidon 40 Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.
  • It has a lower risk of causing weight gain and changes to cholesterol, blood sugar, and heart rhythm as compared to other similar medicines.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Emsidon 40 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice any abnormal or uncontrolled movements.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking this medicine without talking  to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Can Emsidon 40 Tablet be used during pregnancy?

    Emsidon 40 Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy unless this has been prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will monitor your baby closely after birth because giving Emsidon 40 Tablet during the last 3 months to the mother may cause shaking, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, difficulty in feeding and muscle stiffness and/or weakness in the baby.

  • What monitoring is required during treatment with Emsidon 40 Tablet?

    Emsidon 40 Tablet may cause an increase in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients or those having risk factors for diabetes. It may also decrease white blood cell count and increase prolactin, cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Therefore, during treatment with Emsidon 40 Tablet, your doctor may get blood tests done to check for blood sugar levels, blood cell counts, prolactin levels (hormone) and cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

  • How should Emsidon 40 Tablet be taken?

    Emsidon 40 Tablet should be swallowed whole with water in order to mask the bitter taste. You should take it during meals or just after having meals as this helps the body to take up the medicine and allows it to work better. Try to take it at the same time every day, so that you remember to take it.

  • Does Emsidon 40 Tablet cause weight gain?

    Weight gain is a common side effect of Emsidon 40 Tablet, though not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Emsidon 40 Tablet, talk to your doctor or a nutritionist. Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help you maintain your weight.

  • How long does Emsidon 40 Tablet take to work?

    Emsidon 40 Tablet does not show any immediate improvement. It may take several days to weeks to notice improvement in symptoms. The patient is continuously monitored during this time.

  • What should be avoided while taking Emsidon 40 Tablet?

    Alcohol should be avoided while taking Emsidon 40 Tablet since taking both together may cause severe side effects. In addition to that, you should not drink grapefruit juice while on Emsidon 40 Tablet since it affects the way it works.

  • What is the most important information I should know about Emsidon 40 Tablet?

    Emsidon 40 Tablet can cause increased risk of death in elderly people who have confusion, memory loss or have lost touch with reality (dementia-related psychosis). It is important to know that Emsidon 40 Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or behavior in some children, teenagers, and young adults within the first few months of treatment and when the dose is changed.

  • Does Emsidon 40 Tablet cause dizziness?

    Yes, Emsidon 40 Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness and vision problems. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should avoid driving or using heavy machinery.

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