Description
Arches Pharmaceuticals:,drugs:,Tablet:,
strip of 10 tablets:,10:,Strip: – Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet. | – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amilept ODT 100mg 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
Amilept ODT 100mg 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
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. | – Kidney : CAUTION
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | – Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.:
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. Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.:
If you miss a dose of Amilept ODT 100mg 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.:
Store below 30°C
No:45/4 1St Main road, Mangala Nagar, Porur, Chennai – 600 116, India.:
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Does Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet make you sleepy?::: Yes, Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.| When should I take Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet?::: The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.| What does Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet do to the brain?::: Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.| Does Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet help with anxiety?::: No, there is no data to support the use of Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet.| Can I stop taking Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet after some time?::: No, you should keep taking Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.| Who should not take Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet?::: You should not take Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.| Is Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet addictive?::: No, there is no evidence to say that Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.| What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet?::: Suddenly stopping Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet.:
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.:
Arches Pharmaceuticals | No:45/4 1St Main road, Mangala Nagar, Porur, Chennai – 600 116, India.:
Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine 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. Amilept ODT 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably before bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, insomnia, and erectile dysfunction. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine can lead to weight gain and may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.:
