Luramax 40 Strip Of 10 Tablets
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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SUN PHARMA
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TABLET
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Lurasidone(40.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder |
| Therapy | Anti-psychotics |
| Side effects | Somnolence, restlessness, agitation, parkinsonism, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, increased fasting glucose levels, anxiety, fatigue, back pain, hypersalivation, dizziness. |
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Medical Description
Uses
- Treatment of schizophrenia
- Treatment of bipolar disorder
Contraindications
Side effects
- Nausea
- Akathisia (restlessness)
- Somnolence (sleeping)
- Sedation
- Parkinsonism
- Increased fasting glucose levels
- Vomiting, nausea
- Anxiety
- Hypersalivation
- Fatigue and back pain
- Insomnia
- Agitation
- Abdominal discomfort
- Gastric regurgitation
- Decreased muscle tone
- Lurasidone, when used in pregnant patients, may cause extrapyramidal or withdrawal symptoms in neonates when exposed in the third trimester.
- Long-term use is associated with weight gain.
- It has a lower propensity for causing QTc prolongation, extrapyramidal effects, and weight gain than other atypical antipsychotics.
- Can cause hyperprolactinemia
- Abrupt stoppage of this medication cause withdrawal side effects like nausea, vomiting, restlessness, increased sweating, trouble sleeping.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Directions for Use
- This medication should be taken as prescribed by the treating physician.
- It is recommended to take this medication on a regular schedule, i.e., at the same time every day, for optimal pharmacological effects of this medication.
- Swallow this medication as a whole. Do not crush, chew or break this tablet.
- It is recommended to finish the entire course of this medication as prescribed by your treating doctor. Abrupt stoppage of the drug can cause withdrawal side effects. Consult your doctor before stopping this medication.
- Driving/ use of heavy machinery is not advised while using this medication.
- Do not drink alcohol while on this medication.
Storage and disposal
Dosage
Overdose
- In case of overdose, it recommended close monitoring and supervision for prolonging the QT interval, orthostatic hypotension, CNS depression, and tachycardia. Do not consume the medication in a dose higher than prescribed by the doctor. In case of a suspected overdose, immediately rush the patient to the nearest tertiary care hospital for emergency management as it is life-threatening.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Co-administration with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir, voriconazole, mibefradil) can increase plasma concentrations, thereby increasing side effects.
- Co-administration with strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, phenytoin, carbamazepine) can decrease plasma concentrations, thereby preventing the activity of this medication.
Interactions with food items
- This medication can be taken with or without food. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:LURAMAX
Manufacturer Name:SUN PHARMA
Address:<p>1. 90, Delhi - Jaipur Road, Sector 32, Gurugram, Haryana 122001</p>
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Luramax 40 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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