Zipradep 80mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Zipradep 80mg Tablet is 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) and mania.
Zipradep 80mg 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.
Zipradep 80mg 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 Zipradep Tablet
Benefits of Zipradep Tablet
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Zipradep 80mg 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.
In Mania
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Zipradep 80mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Zipradep 80mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Side effects of Zipradep 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 Zipradep
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Abnormal vision
- Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Weakness
- Parkinsonism
- Dizziness
- Respiratory tract infection
How to use Zipradep 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. Zipradep 80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zipradep 80mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zipradep 80mg 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
Zipradep 80mg 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
Zipradep 80mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zipradep 80mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zipradep 80mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Zipradep 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zipradep 80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It should be taken with food.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Zipradep 80mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not stop taking Zipradep 80mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dihydroindolone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Zipradep 80mg Tablet
Once A Day
67%
Twice A Day
33%
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