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Lurasinode 40 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Lurasinode 40 Tablet is a product of STERIS Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Composition: Lurasidone (40mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lurasinode 40 Tablet

Description:

Lurasinode 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave. It can also be used to treat depression, mania, and bipolar disorders.

Lurasinode 40 Tablet should be taken with 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. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, and insomnia (difficulty sleeping). 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. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect. You should be cautious as in rare cases it may cause serious side effects like high blood sugar levels or seizures.

Uses:

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. Lurasinode 40 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

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 Lurasinode

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Indigestion
  • Apprehension
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Increased saliva production

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Lurasinode 40 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Lurasinode 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.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Lurasinode 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lurasinode 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lurasinode 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Lurasinode 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

Can Lurasinode 40 Tablet be used during pregnancy?

Lurasinode 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 Lurasinode 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.

What monitoring is required during treatment with Lurasinode 40 Tablet?

Lurasinode 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 Lurasinode 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.

How should Lurasinode 40 Tablet be taken?

Lurasinode 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.

Does Lurasinode 40 Tablet cause weight gain?

Weight gain is a common side effect of Lurasinode 40 Tablet, though not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Lurasinode 40 Tablet, talk to your doctor or a nutritionist. Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help you maintain your weight.

How long does Lurasinode 40 Tablet take to work?

Lurasinode 40 Tablet does not show any immediate improvement. It may take several days to weeks to notice improvement in symptoms. The patient is continuously monitored during this time.

What should be avoided while taking Lurasinode 40 Tablet?

Alcohol should be avoided while taking Lurasinode 40 Tablet since taking both together may cause severe side effects. In addition to that, you should not drink grapefruit juice while on Lurasinode 40 Tablet since it affects the way it works.

What is the most important information I should know about Lurasinode 40 Tablet?

Lurasinode 40 Tablet can cause increased risk of death in elderly people who have confusion, memory loss or have lost touch with reality (dementia-related psychosis). It is important to know that Lurasinode 40 Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or behavior in some children, teenagers, and young adults within the first few months of treatment and when the dose is changed.

Does Lurasinode 40 Tablet cause dizziness?

Affirmative, Lurasinode 40 Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness and vision problems. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should avoid driving or using heavy machinery.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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