Lurasid 80 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lurasid 80 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Bipolar Disorder

Lurasid 80 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 40 - 160 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 20 - 80 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 40 - 160 mg/day

Lurasid 80 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lurasid 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Lurasid.

Mild
Is the use of Lurasid 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Lurasid. Immediately discontinue Lurasid if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lurasid 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lurasid on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lurasid 80 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Lurasid on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lurasid 80 Tablet on the Heart?

Lurasid may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Lurasid 80 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lurasid 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dementia
Tardive Dyskinesia
Depression
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Suicidal Tendency

Frequently asked Questions about Lurasid 80 Tablet

Is this Lurasid 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lurasid 80 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lurasid 80 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lurasid 80 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lurasid 80 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Lurasid 80 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lurasid 80 Tablet

Taking Lurasid 80 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lurasid 80 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lurasid 80 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown