Sulpiride Benefits & Uses

Sulpiride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Mental Illness

Sulpiride 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: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 14 years old can take

Sulpiride Side Effects

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

Moderate

Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Mild

Erectile Dysfunction (Read More - Home Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction)
Insomnia

Common

Weight gain
Sleepiness
Parkinsonism
Akathisia
Drowsiness
Maculopapular rash
Tremor

Sulpiride Related Warnings

Is the use of Sulpiride safe for pregnant women?

Sulpiride can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Sulpiride safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Sulpiride may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Sulpiride should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Sulpiride on the Kidneys?

Sulpiride has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sulpiride on the Liver?

Using Sulpiride does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sulpiride on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Sulpiride with Other Drugs

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

Sulpiride Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Tardive Dyskinesia
Parkinson's Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Sulpiride

Is this Sulpiride habit forming or addictive?

Sulpiride is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sulpiride as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Sulpiride 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?

Yes, Sulpiride is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Sulpiride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sulpiride

It is safe to take Sulpiride with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sulpiride

Information about the interaction of Sulpiride and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown