In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person?s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Agipride 50mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Take it as prescribed by the doctor and follow your doctor?s instructions carefully.
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. Agipride 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Agipride 50mg Tablet | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Agipride 50mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Agipride 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Agipride 50mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Agipride 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Agipride 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
If you miss a dose of Agipride 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Does Agipride 50mg Tablet make you sleepy?::: Yes, Agipride 50mg Tablet may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.| When should I take Agipride 50mg Tablet?::: The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.| What does Agipride 50mg Tablet do to the brain?::: Agipride 50mg Tablet belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Agipride 50mg Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.| Does Agipride 50mg Tablet help with anxiety?::: No, there is no data to support the use of Agipride 50mg Tablet in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Agipride 50mg Tablet.| Can I stop taking Agipride 50mg Tablet after some time?::: No, you should keep taking Agipride 50mg Tablet as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.| Who should not take Agipride 50mg Tablet?::: You should not take Agipride 50mg Tablet if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Agipride 50mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.| Is Agipride 50mg Tablet addictive?::: No, there is no evidence to say that Agipride 50mg Tablet causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.| What are the withdrawal symptoms of Agipride 50mg Tablet?::: Suddenly stopping Agipride 50mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Agipride 50mg Tablet.
Agipride 50mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
-Amiodarone (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Amiodarone with Amisulpride. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
| -Aripiprazole (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Aripiprazole with Amisulpride. Both Aripiprazole and Amisulpride can affect heart rhythm and if taken together this may be fatal.
| -Ondansetron (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Ondansetron with Amisulpride. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
| -Hydroxyzine (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Amisulpride. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
| -Voriconazole (Oral Route): Life-threatening
Do not consume Voriconazole with Amisulpride. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.