Lurasidone
Information about Lurasidone
Lurasidone uses
Lurasidone is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
How lurasidone works
Lurasidone work by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts.
Common side effects of lurasidone
Nausea, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Anxiety, Agitation, Rash, Blurred vision, Abdominal pain, Extrapyramidal symptoms, High blood pressure, Increased glucose level in blood, Dyslipidemia, Viral infection, Tachycardia, Increased prolactin level in blood, Diarrhea, Increased creatinine level in blood, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Vertigo, Stomach inflammation, Cerebrovascular accident, Menstrual disorder, Discomfort when urinating, Panic attacks, Sleep disorder, Atrioventricular block, Rhabdomyolysis, Renal failure, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Sudden death
Available Medicine for Lurasidone
Expert advice for Lurasidone
- 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 Lurasidone
Lurasidone
Q. Can Lurasidone be used during pregnancy?
Lurasidone should be avoided during pregnancy unless this has been prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will monitor your baby closely after birth because giving Lurasidone 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 Lurasidone?
Lurasidone 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 Lurasidone, 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 Lurasidone be taken?
Lurasidone 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.