Lurasidone



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Lurasidone Information



Lurasidone Benefits & Uses

Lurasidone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lurasidone 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: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 40 - 160 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 20 - 80 mg/day
Geriatric
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 40 - 160 mg/day


Lurasidone Side Effects

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

Mild

Lurasidone Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lurasidone safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Lurasidone has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

    Mild
  • Is the use of Lurasidone safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lurasidone. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lurasidone on the Kidneys?


    Lurasidone rarely affects the kidneys.

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


    Lurasidone may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

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


    Lurasidone is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Lurasidone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Lurasidone Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lurasidone

  • Is this Lurasidone habit forming or addictive?


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

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lurasidone 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, taking Lurasidone can treat mental disorders.

    Yes

Lurasidone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lurasidone


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

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lurasidone


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lurasidone with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 795-797

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 795-797

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Latuda (lurasidone hydrochloride)

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