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About Newdon 80mg Tablet

LURASIDONE belongs to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly) and bipolar depression (mood swings). Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, feel unusually suspicious or confused. Bipolar disorder is characterized by manic episodes in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behaviours changes. 

LURASIDONE contains ‘lurasidone’ which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking a hormone (dopamine) present in the brain responsible for the development of symptoms in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. 

Uses of Newdon 80mg Tablet

Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

Medicinal Benefits of Newdon 80mg Tablet

This LURASIDONE is used to treat certain mood /mental diseases like schizophrenia, depression related to bipolar disorder. LURASIDONE 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 behavior. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. 

Directions for Use

Take LURASIDONE with or without food. The tablet form of LURASIDONE should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush the tablet. You are advised to take LURASIDONE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Newdon 80mg Tablet

• Drowsiness
• Weight gain
• Tremors, muscle stiffness, slow muscle movement
• Feeling restless or being unable to sit still
• Nausea, vomiting
• Runny nose
• Sleep problems (insomnia)
• Dry mouth
• Abdominal discomfort
• Agitation

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

It is advisable to you do not take LURASIDONE if you are allergic to lurasidone or any ingredients present in it. Before taking LURASIDONE, 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, increase in your weight, history of blood clots before taking LURASIDONE. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop suicidal thoughts or your depression worsens after taking LURASIDONE. There is a greater chance of death in senior adults who take LURASIDONE 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 LURASIDONE as it may worsen the side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. LURASIDONE causes drowsiness and dizziness it is advisable to you do not drive unless you are alert.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

LURASIDONE 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).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

LURASIDONE should be used with caution in patients with dementia, diabetes, low blood pressure, kidney disease and weight gain.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Alcohol may worsen the condition and increase the risk of side-effects while using LURASIDONE.

PREGNANCY

• Avoid taking LURASIDONE if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• It is not known if LURASIDONE passes into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking LURASIDONE. Consult your doctor before taking LURASIDONE, your doctor will decide whether LURASIDONE can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

• LURASIDONE may cause dizziness. So, it is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery when you take LURASIDONE.

LIVER

• LURASIDONE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

KIDNEY

• LURASIDONE should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.