Indias Best ePharmacy: Soltus 400 Tablet

Constituents

Amisulpride (400mg)

Usage of Soltus 400 Tablet

Soltus 400 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Possible Side-effects

Common

Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Weight gain
Decreased blood pressure
Dystonia
Akathisia
Parkinsonism
Increased prolactin level in blood

Unit

1 Strip of 10 Tablet

Manufacturer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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How to use Soltus 400 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. Soltus 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Soltus 400 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Related Warnings

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Soltus 400 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Soltus 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
You may feel less alert, drowsy or sleepy while taking this medicine. This may affect your driving ability.

Soltus 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Soltus 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Soltus 400 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Soltus 400 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Soltus 400 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

Soltus 400 Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.
Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Soltus 400 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking Soltus 400 Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Is Soltus addictive/ a controlled drug?

Soltus is not addictive. However do follow your doctorâs instructions about dosage and duration of this treatment. It is not a controlled drug

Q. Is Soltus an antipsychotic/atypical antipsychotic?

Yes. Soltus is an atypical antipsychotic

Q. Does Soltus cause weight gain?

Soltus is known to cause weight gain. Consult your doctor if you observe weight gain after taking Soltus

Q. How long does Soltus take to work?

It may take several weeks for a patient to get benefited from Soltus treatment. Consult your doctor if you observe no improvement in your symptoms after six to eight weeks of treatment.