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<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's should not be taken in conditions like if you are allergic to lurasidone or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you have problems associated with the liver, kidney or heart and low blood pressure. It is not recommended for use in children under 13 years of age. Before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's inform your doctor if you are older than 65 years of age as it causes more side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive unless you are alert.</p>
<h2>Uses of Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's</h2>
<p>Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder</p>
<h2>Medicinal Benefits</h2>
<p>This Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's is used to treat certain mood /mental diseases like schizophrenia and depression related to bipolar disorder. Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's helps you to feel less nervous, think more clearly and take part in daily life. It may also help to reduce hallucinations (seeing/hearing things that are not there). It alters brain function, improving mood, thinking ability and social behaviour. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. </p>
<h2>Directions for Use</h2>
<p>Take Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's with or without food. Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush the tablet. You are advised to take Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition.</p>
<h2>Storage</h2>
<p>Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight</p>
<h2>Side Effects of Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's</h2>
<ul>
<li>Drowsiness</li>
<li>Weight gain</li>
<li>Tremors, muscle stiffness, slow muscle movement</li>
<li>Feeling restless or being unable to sit still</li>
<li>Nausea, vomiting</li>
<li>Runny nose</li>
<li>Sleep problems (insomnia)</li>
<li>Dry mouth</li>
<li>Abdominal discomfort</li>
<li>Agitation</li>
</ul>
<h2>In-Depth Precautions and Warning</h2>
<h3>Drug Warnings</h3>
<p>It is advisable to you not take Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to lurasidone or any ingredients present in it. Before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, stroke, liver problems, seizures, diabetes, dementia (memory loss), alcohol or drug abuse, sleep apnea (a sleep disorder) and urinary retention. Inform your doctor if you have epilepsy/fits, an increase in your weight, history of blood clots before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop suicidal thoughts, or your depression worsens after taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's. There is a greater chance of death in senior adults who take Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's for mental problems caused by dementia (thinking and suicidal symptoms). Most of the deaths were related to infection or heart disease. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's as it may worsen the side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive unless you are alert.</p>
<h3>Drug Interactions</h3>
<p><strong>Drug-Drug Interactions:</strong> Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's may interact with antiparkinsons medicines (levodopa), medicines for migraine (ergotamine), medicines for allergic conditions (terfenadine, astemizole), medicines for digestive disease (cisapride), antipsychotic medicines (pimozide), medicine for heart disease (quinidine), chest pain (bepridil), antidepressants (moclobemide, tranylcypromine, citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline, duloxetine, venlafaxine, amitriptyline, doxepin, trimipramine).</p>
<p><strong>Drug-Food Interactions:</strong> Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's may interact with grapefruit and alcohol and increase the risk of side effects. </p>
<p><strong>Drug-Disease Interactions:</strong> Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with dementia, diabetes, low blood pressure, kidney disease and weight gain.</p>
<p>Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:</p>
<ul>
<li>LEVODOPA</li>
<li>ERGOTAMINE</li>
<li>TERFENADINE</li>
<li>ASTEMIZOLE</li>
<li>CISAPRIDE</li>
<li>PIMOZIDE</li>
<li>QUINIDINE</li>
<li>BEPRIDIL</li>
<li>MOCLOBEMIDE</li>
<li>TRANYLCYPROMINE</li>
<li>CITALOPRAM</li>
<li>ESCITALOPRAM</li>
<li>FLUOXETINE</li>
<li>FLUVOXAMINE</li>
<li>PAROXETINE</li>
<li>SERTRALINE</li>
<li>DULOXETINE</li>
<li>VENLAFAXINE</li>
<li>AMITRIPTYLINE</li>
<li>DOXEPIN</li>
<li>TRIMIPRAMINE</li>
</ul>
<h3>Safety Advice</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/alcohal.svg" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>ALCOHOL</p>
UNSAFE
<p>Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of side effects.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/pregnancy.svg" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>PREGNANCY</p>
CAUTION
<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/breast-feeding.svg" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>BREAST FEEDING</p>
CAUTION
<p>It is not known if Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's passes into the breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's, your doctor will prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/driving.svg" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>DRIVING</p>
CAUTION
<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. So, it is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/liver.svg" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>LIVER</p>
CAUTION
<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. If you have liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/kidney.svg" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>KIDNEY</p>
CAUTION
<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. If you have kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><img alt="Safety Warning" src="https://images.apollo247.in/images/medicine/after-for-children-below-12years.png" style="height:38px; width:28px" /></p>
<p>CHILDREN</p>
UNSAFE
<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children under 13 years.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Habit Forming</h3>
<p>No</p>
<h3>Diet & Lifestyle Advise</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Do not take grapefruit or grapefruit juice while using Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's as it may alter the effects of the medicine.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Avoid intense exercise as it is harder for the body to cool down when it gets very hot. So, drink plenty of fluids and avoid going out in hot weather.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Do not take alcohol as it increases drowsiness and also worsens the disease condition. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Eat healthily and keep a check on your weight regularly.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Special Advise</h3>
<p>Lurasid 40 Tablet 10's may increase blood sugar levels even if you do not have diabetes, especially in patients with schizophrenia. So, it is recommended to immediately inform your doctor if you have symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue or increased appetite.</p>
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