Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lesuride Tablet
Description:
Lesuride Tablet is used in the treatment of gastric problems like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, or indigestion. It also prevents acid reflux (acid going up to the food pipe) and hence helps in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Lesuride Tablet can also be used in the management of schizophrenia and depression. It may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache and fatigue. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You should immediately consult your doctor if there are missed periods, abnormal milk secretion, changes in sexual desire, or fever after taking this medicine.
Directions For Use:
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. Lesuride Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Lesuride
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Weight gain
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Increased liver enzymes
- Constipation
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sedation
- Maculopapular rash
Warning & Precautions:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lesuride Tablet.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lesuride Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lesuride Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Lesuride Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Lesuride Tablet may cause drowsiness, numbness, or dyskinesias, therefore they should be advised to avoid driving and operations requiring supervision.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Lesuride Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, limited data suggest a cautious use of this medicine in these patients.
There is limited information available on the use of Lesuride Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, limited data suggest a cautious use of this medicine in these patients.
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