Iloperidone Benefits & Uses

Iloperidone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Iloperidone 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: 6 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 12 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 12 mg twice daily

Iloperidone Related Warnings

Is the use of Iloperidone safe for pregnant women?

Iloperidone can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Iloperidone right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Iloperidone safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Iloperidone may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Iloperidone should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Iloperidone on the Kidneys?

Iloperidone is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Iloperidone on the Liver?

Using Iloperidone does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Iloperidone on the Heart?

Iloperidone may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Iloperidone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Procainamide

Thioridazine

Methadone

Methadone Tablet

Sotalol

Amiodarone

Iloperidone Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Dementia
Diabetes
Suicidal Tendency
Tardive Dyskinesia

Frequently asked Questions about Iloperidone

Is this Iloperidone habit forming or addictive?

Iloperidone does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Iloperidone 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 Iloperidone can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Iloperidone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Iloperidone

Taking Iloperidone with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Iloperidone

Taking alcohol with Iloperidone can be dangerous.

Severe