Asenapine Benefits & Uses

Asenapine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Mania

Asenapine 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose may increase up to 10 mg twice
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose may increase up to 10 mg twice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Mania Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 2.5 - 10 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Mania Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: This dose is only given to children who's age is more than 10 years

Asenapine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Asenapine is used -

Moderate

Akathisia
Parkinsonism

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Increased saliva production
Weight gain
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Drowsiness
Headache
Fatigue

Common

Abnormal Involuntary Movements

Unknown

Dystonia

Asenapine Related Warnings

Is the use of Asenapine safe for pregnant women?

Asenapine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Asenapine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Asenapine safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Asenapine on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Asenapine will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Asenapine on the Kidneys?

Asenapine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Asenapine on the Liver?

Asenapine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Asenapine on the Heart?

Asenapine may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Asenapine with Other Drugs

Asenapine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Moderate

Asenapine Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dementia
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Depression
Tardive Dyskinesia
Diabetes
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Asenapine

Is this Asenapine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Asenapine.

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

After taking Asenapine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Asenapine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Asenapine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Asenapine has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Asenapine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Asenapine

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Asenapine, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Asenapine

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Asenapine with alcohol.

Unknown