Asenapine



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  • Contains / Salt: Asenapine


Asenapine Information



Asenapine Benefits & Uses

Asenapine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Common

  • Abnormal Involuntary Movements

Unknown

Asenapine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Asenapine safe for pregnant women?


    Asenapine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Asenapine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Asenapine safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Asenapine for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Asenapine on the Kidneys?


    Asenapine rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Asenapine on the Liver?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Asenapine on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Asenapine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    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

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 -



Frequently asked Questions about Asenapine

  • Is this Asenapine habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Asenapine is addictive.

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


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

    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?


    Yes, in many cases, taking Asenapine can help with mental disorders.

    Yes

Asenapine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Asenapine


    There is no information on the effects of taking Asenapine with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Asenapine


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Saphris® (asenapine)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 188-190

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