Exam Information

Exam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Exam. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Exam also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Dry Mouth, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Exam as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Exam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Exam has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Exam related warnings talks about Exam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Exam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Kidney Disease, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Additionally, Exam may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Exam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Exam Benefits & Uses
Exam Dosage & How to Take
Exam Side Effects
Exam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Exam with Other Drugs
Exam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Exam
Exam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Exam Benefits & Uses

Exam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Exam 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose Range: 400 - 800 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose Range: 400 - 800 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Exam Related Warnings

Is the use of Exam safe for pregnant women?

Exam rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Exam safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Exam for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Exam on the Kidneys?

Exam rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Exam on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Exam on the Heart?

Exam may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Exam with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Levodopa

Bromocriptine

Moderate

Amiodarone

Sotalol

Exam Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Parkinson's Disease
Heart Disease
Stroke
Blood Clotting Disorders
Breast Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Exam

Is this Exam habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Exam cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Exam 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, taking Exam can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Exam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Exam

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Exam and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Exam

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild