Lurasidone Hydrochloride Tablets 80 mg
Lurafore 40 Tablet
Lurafore 40 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Lurafore 40 Tablet Composition :-
Lurafore 40 Tablet consists of : Lurasidone Hydrochloride 40 mg.
Lurasidone Hydrochloride is an atypical antipsychotic.
Lurafore 40 Tablet Uses :-
Lurafore 40 Tablet is an antipsychotic medication. Lurafore 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Lurafore 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia, a type of schizophrenia which affects the patient's ability to think, behave and feel.
Lurafore 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia, a type of schizophrenia which affects the patient's ability to think, behave and feel.
Lurafore 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of bipolar depression. Bipolar depression is a condition characterized by low motivation, low energy, lack of interest in daily activities, mood swings, suicidal thoughts, etc.
Lurafore 40 Tablet Dosage :-
Lurafore 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine.
Take Lurafore 40 Tablet properly as your doctor tells you to take it.
The recommended starting dose of Lurafore 40 tablet is once daily.
Lurafore 40 tablet is to be taken with food.
Taking Lurafore 40 Tablet with food increases the absorption substantially.
The effectiveness of Lurafore 40 tablets for prolonged use beyond 6 weeks is not established.
Don't cut, crush, or chew the Lurafore 40 Tablet.
Lurafore 40 Tablet Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Lurafore 40 Tablet can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
• Nausea,
• Somnolence,
• Extrapyramidal symptoms,
• Muscle tremors, feeling of restlessness and inability to sit still,
Most of these side effects are short term and get resolved with time. Although, if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get poor, take a doctor's consultation as soon as possible.
How Lurafore 40 Tablet Works :-
Lurafore 40 Tablet consists of : Lurasidone Hydrochloride.
Lurasidone affects the dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain. Lurasidone works by blocking the dopamine pathway, thereby reducing the adverse effects of schizophrenia. In addition, lurasidone also acts on other neurotransmitters such as serotonin, which causes its effects such as enhancing mood and regulating dopamine pathways. Apart from this, lurasidone acts on many other receptors as well.
Precautions & Warnings :-
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 13 years of age, for the treatment of schizophrenia.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 10 years of age for the treatment of bipolar depression.
• Use of Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended in elderly patients suffering from dementia-related psychosis due to the increased risk of death.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients receiving therapy with Ketoconazole, Clarithromycin, Voriconazole.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients receiving therapy with Rifampin, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women, unless absolutely necessary.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women, unless absolutely necessary.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts in some patients. Therefore, it is advisable to consult a doctor if you experience any change in behavior or mood.
• Lurafore 40 tablet can cause tardive dyskinesia in some patients. This can cause symptoms such as involuntary movements of the tongue, lips and face.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet should be used with caution due to an increased risk of high blood sugar levels.
• use in pediatrics
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 13 years of age, for the treatment of schizophrenia.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 10 years of age, for the treatment of bipolar depression.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a known history of prolonged QTc interval. Any unusual symptoms like difficulty in breathing, change in heart rate should consult your doctor.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet may cause blurred vision, dizziness, trouble sleeping in some patients, so it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery if you experience any of these symptoms .
• Lurafore 40 Tablet may interact with other medications such as: atazanavir, bupropion, fluconazole, codeine or erythromycin etc.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizure disorder.
• Lurafore 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with known history of diabetes due to increased risk of high blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for diabetic patients.
• Lurafore 40 tablet is not recommended for use in patients suffering from psychosis associated with dementia.
• Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)
Lurafore 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with known history of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS).
• Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with Lurafore 40 Tablet.
• Taking Lurafore 40 Tablet with food increases the absorption substantially.
• The effectiveness of Lurafore 40 tablets for prolonged use beyond 6 weeks is not established.
Lurafore 40 Tablet Mfg By :-
Zydus Cadila
Lurafore 40 Tablet Price :-
MRP ₹ = (10tabs)
Lurafore 40 Tablet Storage :-
Lurafore 40 Tablet : store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Lurasidone Hydrochloride,
FAQs :-
What is Lurafore 40 Tablet?
Lurafore 40 tablet contains the ingredient Lurasidone Hydrochloride. Lurasidone Hydrochloride is an atypical antipsychotic. Lurafore 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression.
What is Lurafore 40 Tablet used for?
Lurafore 40 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic medicine. Lurafore 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression.
What are the side effects of Lurafore 40 Tablet?
Some side effects of Lurafore 40 Tablet are : Nausea, Somnolence, extrapyramidal symptoms, Muscle tremors, feeling of restlessness and inability to sit still etc.
How should I take Lurafore 40 Tablet?
Lurafore 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine.
Take Lurafore 40 Tablet properly as your doctor tells you to take it. The recommended starting dose of Lurafore 40 tablet is once daily. Lurafore 40 tablet is to be taken with food. The effectiveness of Lurafore 40 tablets for prolonged use beyond 6 weeks is not established.