Lurasidone Hydrochloride Tablets 80 mg
Lurasic 80 Tablet
Lurasic 80 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Lurasic 80 Tablet Composition :-
Lurasic 80 Tablet consists of : Lurasidone Hydrochloride 80 mg.
Lurasidone Hydrochloride is an atypical antipsychotic.
Lurasic 80 Tablet Uses :-
Lurasic 80 Tablet is an antipsychotic medication. Lurasic 80 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Lurasic 80 Tablet is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia, a type of schizophrenia which affects the patient's ability to think, behave and feel.
Lurasic 80 Tablet is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia, a type of schizophrenia which affects the patient's ability to think, behave and feel.
Lurasic 80 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.
Lurasic 80 Tablet Dosage :-
Lurasic 80 Tablet is a prescription medicine.
Take Lurasic 80 Tablet properly as your doctor tells you to take it.
The recommended starting dose of Lurasic 80 tablet is once daily.
Lurasic 80 tablet is to be taken with food.
Taking Lurasic 80 Tablet with food increases the absorption substantially.
The effectiveness of Lurasic 80 tablets for prolonged use beyond 6 weeks is not established.
Don't cut, crush, or chew the Lurasic 80 Tablet.
Lurasic 80 Tablet Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Lurasic 80 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 Lurasic 80 Tablet Works :-
Lurasic 80 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 :-
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 13 years of age, for the treatment of schizophrenia.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 10 years of age for the treatment of bipolar depression.
• Use of Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended in elderly patients suffering from dementia-related psychosis due to the increased risk of death.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients receiving therapy with Ketoconazole, Clarithromycin, Voriconazole.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients receiving therapy with Rifampin, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women, unless absolutely necessary.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women, unless absolutely necessary.
• Lurasic 80 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.
• Lurasic 80 tablet can cause tardive dyskinesia in some patients. This can cause symptoms such as involuntary movements of the tongue, lips and face.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet should be used with caution due to an increased risk of high blood sugar levels.
• use in pediatrics
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 13 years of age, for the treatment of schizophrenia.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 10 years of age, for the treatment of bipolar depression.
• Lurasic 80 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.
• Lurasic 80 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 .
• Lurasic 80 Tablet may interact with other medications such as: atazanavir, bupropion, fluconazole, codeine or erythromycin etc.
• Lurasic 80 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizure disorder.
• Lurasic 80 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.
• Lurasic 80 tablet is not recommended for use in patients suffering from psychosis associated with dementia.
• Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)
Lurasic 80 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 Lurasic 80 Tablet.
• Taking Lurasic 80 Tablet with food increases the absorption substantially.
• The effectiveness of Lurasic 80 tablets for prolonged use beyond 6 weeks is not established.
Lurasic 80 Tablet Mfg By :-
Consern Pharma Limited
Lurasic 80 Tablet Price :-
MRP ₹ = (10tabs)
Lurasic 80 Tablet Storage :-
Lurasic 80 Tablet : store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Lurasidone Hydrochloride,
FAQs :-
What is Lurasic 80 Tablet?
Lurasic 80 tablet contains the ingredient Lurasidone Hydrochloride. Lurasidone Hydrochloride is an atypical antipsychotic. Lurasic 80 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression.
What is Lurasic 80 Tablet used for?
Lurasic 80 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic medicine. Lurasic 80 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression.
What are the side effects of Lurasic 80 Tablet?
Some side effects of Lurasic 80 Tablet are : Nausea, Somnolence, extrapyramidal symptoms, Muscle tremors, feeling of restlessness and inability to sit still etc.
How should I take Lurasic 80 Tablet?
Lurasic 80 Tablet is a prescription medicine.
Take Lurasic 80 Tablet properly as your doctor tells you to take it. The recommended starting dose of Lurasic 80 tablet is once daily. Lurasic 80 tablet is to be taken with food. The effectiveness of Lurasic 80 tablets for prolonged use beyond 6 weeks is not established.