Zesper Information

Zesper is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Zesper have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zesper. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Zesper side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zesper go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Zesper's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Zesper has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zesper related warnings section.

Zesper is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Zesper have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Zesper with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Zesper Benefits & Uses

Zesper is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Zesper 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

Zesper Related Warnings

Is the use of Zesper safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Zesper safe during breastfeeding?

Zesper should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Zesper on the Kidneys?

Zesper rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zesper on the Liver?

Zesper has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zesper on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Zesper on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zesper with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Zesper Contraindications

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

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Tardive Dyskinesia
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Parkinson's Disease
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Zesper

Is this Zesper habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zesper.

No
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 Zesper can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

Yes

Zesper Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zesper

When consumed with certain foods, Zesper may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Zesper

Taking alcohol with Zesper can be dangerous.

Severe