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Lurakem is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lurakem is used -
Mild
Is the use of Lurakem safe for pregnant women?
Lurakem has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lurakem safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Lurakem. Immediately discontinue Lurakem if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Lurakem on the Kidneys?
Lurakem rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lurakem on the Liver?
Side effects of Lurakem rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lurakem on the Heart?
Lurakem has very mild side effects on the heart.
Lurakem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lurakem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lurakem habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lurakem is addictive.
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 Lurakem can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lurakem only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Lurakem works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lurakem
Lurakem may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lurakem
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lurakem with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)