Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet
Rs.126for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
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Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Amilept ODT 100mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Amilept 100mg Tablet
Amisulpride(100mg)
Amilept tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
How amilept tablet works
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Common side effects of amilept tablet
Nausea, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Constipation, Weight gain, Decreased blood pressure, Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), Akathisia (inability to stay still), Increased prolactin level in blood, Blurred vision, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Erectile dysfunction
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Expert advice FOR Amilept Tablet
- Amisulpride 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 Amisulpride 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 Amisulpride without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Frequently asked questions FOR Amilept 100mg Tablet
Amisulpride
Q. Does Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.
Q. When should I take Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet?
The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.
Q. What does Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet do to the brain?
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.