Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Composition of Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Luramax 40 mg Tablet contains Lurasidone (40mg).

Uses of Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Schizophrenia

Key benefits

• In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability
• feelings and behavior become abnormal. Luramax 40 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. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefits.

How Luramax 40 mg Tablet works

Luramax 40 Tablet work by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts.

How to take Luramax 40 mg 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. Luramax 40 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Luramax 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Luramax than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Luramax are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea Vomiting Weight gain Sleepiness Dryness in mouth Dyspepsia Parkinsonism Akathisia Anxiety Stomach discomfort Restlessness Abdominal pain upper Agitation Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) Increased saliva production

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Luramax. Some combinations can change how Luramax works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Store Luramax below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Luramax 40 mg Tablet

Luramax 40 Tablet helps treat schizophrenia. It has a lower risk of causing weight gain and changes to cholesterol, blood sugar, and heart rhythm as compared to other similar medicines. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Luramax 40 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects. Inform your doctor if you notice any abnormal or uncontrolled movements. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Chemical class:

N- arylpiperazines