Amazeo 400mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Amazeo 400mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave.
Amazeo 400mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) in whom other medicines have not worked.
Amazeo 400mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) in whom other medicines have not worked.
Uses of Amazeo Tablet
Benefits of Amazeo Tablet
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Amazeo 400mg 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.
Side effects of Amazeo Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Amazeo
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Decreased blood pressure
- Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Parkinsonism
- Increased prolactin level in blood
How to use Amazeo Tablet
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. Amazeo 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amazeo 400mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amazeo 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amazeo 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Amazeo 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel less alert, drowsy or sleepy while taking this medicine. This may affect your driving ability.
You may feel less alert, drowsy or sleepy while taking this medicine. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Amazeo 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amazeo 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Amazeo 400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Amazeo 400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amazeo 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amazeo 400mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Amazeo 400mg Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.
- Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Amazeo 400mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
- It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Denzamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet
Once A Day
62%
Twice A Day
21%
Thrice A Day
17%
FAQs
Does Amazeo 400mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Amazeo 400mg 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 Amazeo 400mg 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 Amazeo 400mg Tablet do to the brain?
Amazeo 400mg 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. Amazeo 400mg Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.
Does Amazeo 400mg Tablet help with anxiety?
No, there is no data to support the use of Amazeo 400mg Tablet in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amazeo 400mg Tablet.
Can I stop taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet after some time?
No, you should keep taking Amazeo 400mg 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 Amazeo 400mg Tablet?
You should not take Amazeo 400mg Tablet if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amazeo 400mg 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 Amazeo 400mg Tablet addictive?
No, there is no evidence to say that Amazeo 400mg Tablet causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.
What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amazeo 400mg Tablet?
Suddenly stopping Amazeo 400mg 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 Amazeo 400mg Tablet.
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