Emsidon Benefits & Uses

Emsidon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Bipolar Disorder

Emsidon 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

Emsidon Related Warnings

Is the use of Emsidon safe for pregnant women?

Emsidon has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Emsidon safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Emsidon. If you see any side effects, stop taking Emsidon immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Emsidon again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Emsidon on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Emsidon on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Emsidon on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Emsidon on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Emsidon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Caffeine

Moderate

Acarbose

Acebutolol

Paracetamol

Phenylephrine

Emsidon Contraindications

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

Dementia
Tardive Dyskinesia
Depression
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Suicidal Tendency

Frequently asked Questions about Emsidon

Is this Emsidon habit forming or addictive?

Emsidon is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Emsidon. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Emsidon 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 Emsidon can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Emsidon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emsidon

Emsidon may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Emsidon

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

Unknown