Imitab

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Imitab Information

Imitab is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Imitab have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Imitab. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Imitab have been listed ahead. These side effects of Imitab are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Imitab is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Imitab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Imitab since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Imitab are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Imitab may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Imitab is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Imitab Benefits & Uses

Imitab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Imitab 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: 1 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: 0.5 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: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Autism
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: patients above 5 years old having weight between 15 kg to 20 kg should take 0.25 mg once daily


Imitab Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

  • Headache
  • Drowsiness
  • Insomnia
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Cough
  • पेट दर्द
  • Tremor
  • Rhinitis
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Nasal congestion
  • Weight gain

Imitab Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Imitab safe for pregnant women?


    Imitab may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Imitab again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Imitab safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Imitab. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Imitab on the Kidneys?


    Imitab rarely harms the kidneys.

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


    Imitab is rarely harmful for the liver.

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


    Imitab has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Imitab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Imitab Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Imitab

  • Is this Imitab habit forming or addictive?


    Imitab is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Imitab only on doctor's advice.

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


    Yes, Imitab is useful in treating mental disorders.

    Yes

Imitab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Imitab


    Some foods when eaten with Imitab can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Imitab


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Imitab as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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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; Risperdal® (risperidone)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 441-442

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1101-1103

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