Lurasidone is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Lurasidone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Lurasidone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lurasidone is used -
Mild
Is the use of Lurasidone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Lurasidone has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Lurasidone safe during breastfeeding?
Lurasidone can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Lurasidone on the Kidneys?
Lurasidone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lurasidone on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Lurasidone on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lurasidone on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lurasidone on the heart have been reported.
Lurasidone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lurasidone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lurasidone habit forming or addictive?
Lurasidone is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lurasidone can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lurasidone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Lurasidone can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lurasidone
Taking Lurasidone with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lurasidone
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lurasidone.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
