Rs.203.77for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Emsidon Tablet
alcohol interaction for Emsidon Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Emsidon Tablet
lactation interaction for Emsidon Tablet
food
alcohol
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lactation
Emsidon 40 Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Emsidon 40 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
UNSAFE
The safety of Emsidon 40 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emsidon 40 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Emsidon 40mg Tablet
Lurasidone(40mg)
Emsidon tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
How emsidon tablet works
Emsidon 40 Tablet work by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts.
Common side effects of emsidon tablet
Nausea, Vomiting, Weight gain, Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Indigestion, Anxiety, Stomach discomfort, Upper abdominal pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Increased saliva production
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Expert advice FOR Emsidon Tablet
- Lurasidone 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 Lurasidone 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 FOR Emsidon 40mg Tablet
Lurasidone
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.