Solian 50mg Tablet
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Amisulpride(50.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Schizophrenia |
| Therapy | Anti-psychotics |
| Side effects | Indigestion, Blurred vision, Constipation, Nausea, Headache, Tremors, Dizziness, Tremors, Drowsiness, Anxiety, Inability to stay still, Increased saliva secretion, Raised prolactin levels. |
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Medical Description
Solian tablet is used to treat mental disorders like schizophrenia, which affects a person's ability to think, feel and behave correctly. It has positive symptoms like confusion and hallucination and negative symptoms like lack of facial expression and decreased speaking. Solian tablets help with both positive and negative symptoms.
The active ingredient of the Solian tablet is amisulpride. It belongs to a class of atypical antipsychotic medicines. The mode of action of the Solian tablet is by blocking receptors and increasing dopamine and serotonin levels in the brain. These chemical substances help stabilise mood and prevent overactivity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Nausea, dizziness, vomiting, etc., are some of the side effects of Solian tablets. It is vital to inform the doctor of any prescribed medicines being taken to check for any potential interactions and adverse effects.
Uses
- As per CDSCO, Solian tablet is used to treat acute and chronic schizophrenic disorders, in which both positive and negative symptoms are prominent. It is also effective on those with predominantly negative symptoms.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to the amisulpride component of Solian tablets.
- If you are already on other antipsychotic medications.
- If you’re using Levodopa for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
- If you’ve or had breast cancer. This medicine can increase prolactin (hormone) levels in the body.
- If you’ve a tumour in your adrenal gland (a condition called pheochromocytoma), or if you have been diagnosed with a prolactin-dependent tumour.
- If you’ve an adrenal gland tumour, this medicine can cause life-threatening high blood pressure.
- If you’re expectant or planning for a pregnancy.
Side effects
- Indigestion
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Headache
- Muscle tremors
- Drowsiness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have any previous liver or kidney condition.
- You’ve a bleeding disorder or are on a blood thinner medication.
- You are using medications like painkillers that cause sedation or tranquillisation.
- You’ve a seizure disorder and are on anti-epileptic medications.
- You have a heart condition or had a stroke.
- You have any suicidal or self-harming thoughts.
- You are an older adult over 65. The side effects of this medicine can be exaggerated in older individuals.
- You have diabetes.
Directions for Use
- Take Solian tablets just as the doctor prescribed to you.
- Do not change the dose of Solian tablet, even if you do not see its effects.
- Do not try to break this tablet or chew it and the pill as a whole with a glass of water.
- It's better to not take it with other medications without informing your doctor.
- Do not use Solian medicine if its packaging has been already opened.
- Do not suddenly stop taking Solian tablet, as it can cause adverse effects from withdrawal.
Storage and disposal
Store Solian tablets in a dry area, away from direct sunlight and humid conditions. Keep Solian tablets away from children and pets. Dispose of the package carefully after using it. Throw it away if the box has been opened. Always check the expiration date before taking the tablet. Do not use this medication if it is past its expiration date.
Dosage
Overdose
Solian tablet overdose can cause lightheadedness, tremors, irritation, convulsion, nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, high heart rate, sleep problems, confusion, diminished reflexes, and loss of consciousness. If you overdose on Solian tablets and experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a hospital closest to you.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a dose of your Solian tablet, take it as soon as you recall. If you remember about the missed dose when it is already time to take the next one, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Consult your doctor if you’ve any doubts about the doses or missed more than a few simultaneously. Do not ever take both the tablets together, as they can lead to side effects.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Solian tablet consists of amisulpride as its active ingredient. It belongs to the atypical antipsychotic class of medications. It functions by increasing dopamine and serotonin activity by blocking its receptors. These chemical messengers are responsible for mood, ability, and cognitive behaviour. By blocking these receptors, effects of these substances lasts longer, which helps in improving the various symptoms of schizophrenia.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- It is not recommended to take Solian tablets with Levodopa tablets used for Parkinson’s disease, as they have exactly opposite effects.
- It is not recommended to take Solian tablets if you use diuretics and laxatives that lower blood potassium levels; Solian tablets can further lower potassium levels and cause adverse effects.
- It is not recommended to take Solian tablets if you use medicines that lower heart rate.
- It is not recommended to take Solian tablets if you are already using other antipsychotic, antidepressant, or anti-seizure medications; using Solian tablets with these can cause severe side effects.
- If you use sedatives, heart medicines, antimalarial medicines, antihistamines, etc. They can interact with Solian tablets and cause increased drowsiness.
Interactions with food items
- Try to eat simple food while using Solian tablets. It is best to avoid rich and spicy food.
- Minimise having coffee and caffeine-containing food and drinks. They can interact with the effectiveness of this medicine.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:SOLIAN
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Solian 50 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.
References:
- Amisulpride 50 mg Tablets [Internet]. Amisulpride 50 mg Tablets: Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [cited 17 Feb 2022] -
- Abbas AI, Hedlund PB, Huang X-P, Tran TB, Meltzer HY, Roth BL. Amisulpride Is a Potent 5-HT7 Antagonist: Relevance for Antidepressant Actions in Vivo [Internet]. Psychopharmacology. U.S. National Library of Medicine. 2009 [cited 17 Feb 2022] -
- Amisulpride [Internet]. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. U.S. National Library of Medicine. 2021 [cited 17 Feb 2022] -
- CDSCO [Internet]. cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 17 Feb 2022] -
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