Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Composition of Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet contains Amisulpride (200mg). It belongs to the Benzamide antipsychotic (D2 receptor antagonist) class of medicines.

Uses of Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders; may be used for acute and chronic psychosis as prescribed by a psychiatrist.

Key benefits

• Helps reduce hallucinations and delusions
• Improves disorganized thinking and behavior
• Helps control agitation and psychotic anxiety
• Supports long-term symptom control in schizophrenia

How Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet works

Sulpiride is an atypical antipsychotic that primarily blocks dopamine D2 receptors in the brain. This helps reduce psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions and thought disturbance.

How to take Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed, preferably at the same time each day. Swallow the tablet whole (do not crush/chew if it is OD/extended release). Can be taken with or without food; avoid abrupt discontinuation unless advised.

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 Sulpitac OD 200mg 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 Sulpitac OD 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 Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

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

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• restlessness (akathisia)
• tremor/extrapyramidal symptoms
• constipation
• dry mouth
• nausea
• weight gain
• increased prolactin (breast tenderness/galactorrhea
• menstrual irregularities)
• sexual dysfunction

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 Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only antipsychotic—use under psychiatric supervision. May cause drowsiness/dizziness: avoid driving or operating machinery until effects are known. Risk of extrapyramidal symptoms, tardive dyskinesia and neuroleptic malignant syndrome (seek urgent care for fever, rigidity, confusion). Can raise prolactin; caution in prolactin-dependent tumors. Use caution in elderly (higher risk of falls); not recommended for dementia-related psychosis due to increased mortality risk (class warning). Use with caution in seizures/epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, cardiovascular disease; may prolong QT—caution in patients with arrhythmias, electrolyte abnormalities or those on QT-prolonging drugs. Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney impairment.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (increased sedation), levodopa/dopamine agonists (antagonism), other antipsychotics, QT-prolonging drugs (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol, macrolides, fluoroquinolones, some antidepressants), antihypertensives (additive hypotension), anticholinergics (worsen constipation/urinary retention), lithium (increased neurotoxicity risk)

How to store Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Sulpitac OD 200 mg Tablet

Sulpitac OD 200mg 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 Sulpitac OD 200mg 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 Sulpitac OD 200mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Antipsychotic

Drug class:

Benzamide antipsychotic (D2 receptor antagonist)

Chemical class:

Aminobenzamides