Levipride 100mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Levosulpiride 100 mg
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET contains Levosulpiride which belongs to the group of medicines called Antipsychotic drugs. It is used in the management of depression and schizophrenia in adults. Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feeling of sadness, loss of interest, feeling guilty or worthless, attention impairment, lack of energy, suicidal thoughts and slow or abnormal physical movements. Schizophrenia is a serious mental health disorder in which the individual interprets the reality in an abnormal way. It affects the thinking and behaviour of the person and ca
Uses
symptoms such as long-lasting delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, irrelevant speech, agitation, slow movements, unusual body postures and lack of interest/pleasure. Before taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have epilepsy, any bleeding or any blockage or tear in the gut, mania or bipolar disorder (manic depression). LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having cancer or tumours in the body. Do not take LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common
How It Works
LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is an antipsychotic medicine. It acts by increasing the levels of certain chemical messengers (such as serotonin) in the brain that can stabilize mood and mental health. As a result, it improves your mood and reduces the signs of depression. It can also control abnormal thoughts and behaviours and improves thinking abilities, behaviour and body movements.
Directions for Use
Take LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET unless your doctor advice you to stop.
Side Effects
taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET are sleepiness, tiredness and dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect bothers you. USES OF LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLETIt is used in adults to manage: Depression Schizophrenia HOW LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET WORKSLEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is an antipsychotic medicine. It acts by increasing the levels of certain chemical messengers (such as serotonin) in the brain that can stabilize mood and mental health. As a result, it improves your mood and reduces the signs of depression. It can also control abnormal thoughts and behaviours and improves thinking abilities, behaviour and body movements. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET unless your doctor advice you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLETCOMMON sleepiness, tiredness dizziness vertigo (spinning sensation) RARE irregular heart rhythm Stop taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as: signs of Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (such as high fever, rigid muscles, mood swings, fast or irregular heartbeat, changes in blood pressure, increased sweating)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYLEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may harm the growing baby. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGLEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel drowsy after taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET, as it could make you feel drowsier. KIDNEYLEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult with your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET if you are allergic to Levosulpiride. HEART DISEASELEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems (such as cardiac insufficiency, prolong QT interval). Therefore, consult with your doctor before taking it. OTHERSLEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have pheochromocytoma (tumours of the adrenal gland) have epilepsy (fits) have prolactinoma (a non-cancerous tumour of pituitary gland) have breast cancer have mania (elevated mood) have manic depression (alternative episodes of excitement and sadness) Before taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have or had a previous history of stroke or problems in blood circulation have bloody stools or bleeding in the gut have blockage or tear in the intestines Use in pediatrics: LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug – Drug Interactions: Before taking LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: levodopa, ropinirole (medicines used to manage Parkinsonism) medicines used to manage high blood pressure (such as propranolol, atenolol, amlodipine, diltiazem, clonidine, ramipril, azilsartan) medicines used to manage irregular heartbeat (such as digitalis, quinidine, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol) medicines that can remove potassium from the body such as diuretics (Ex. furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) amphotericin B (a medicine used to manage fungal infection) laxatives (used to manage constipation) Ex. lactulose, calcium dobesilate corticosteroids (used to manage pain and inflammation) Ex. prednisolone, dexamethasone, hydrocortisone tetracosectides (a diagnostic agent used for screening problems of adrenal gland) medicines used to manage severe tics (such as pimozide) medicine used to manage mental illness or depression (such as haloperidol, lithium, imipramine, thioridazine, sulpiride) methadone (a medicine used to manage drug addiction) other medicines used to manage stomach disorders (such as cisapride, aluminium hydroxide, sucralfate) erythromycin (a medicine used to manage bacterial infections) halofantrine (a medicine used to manage malaria) pentamidine (a medicine used to manage pneumonia) medicines used to manage anxiety (such as diazepam, clonazepam, pentobarbital, phenobarbital) narcotic analgesics (used for pain relief) Ex. morphine, fentanyl, pethidine medicines used to manage allergic reactions (Ex. cetirizine, levocetirizine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage might include extrapyramidal disturbances (such as involuntary muscle contraction, tremors, muscles stiffness, involuntary facial movements and inability to sit still) and sleep disorders. SYNOPSIS Drug : Levosulpiride Pharmacological Category : Dopamine (D2) Receptor Antagonists Therapeutic Indication : Depression, Schizophrenia Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET out of the sight and reach of children Store LEVIPRIDE 100MG TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
08 Nov 2022