Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet
Description:
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet is taken with or without food, preferably at night. 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 in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. It is important not to stop this medicine suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, and dryness in mouth. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in the blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. 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. This medicine may increase your weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol but modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Riswel LS
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Weight gain
- Sleepiness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Tenseness
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
Warning & Precautions:
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg 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.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Riswel LS 2 mg/2 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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