Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Suicidal Tendency

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet 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: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase 25 - 50 mg/day over a period of 2 week up to target dose of 300 - 450 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase 25 - 50 mg/day over a period of 2 week up to target dose of 300 - 450 mg/day

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)

Mild

Weight gain
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Irritability
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Fatigue
Diarrhoea
Restlessness
Agitation

Common

Blurred vision

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Alkepin Odt has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Alkepin Odt. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Alkepin Odt has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Alkepin Odt may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Codeine

Ciprofloxacin

Moderate

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Heart Disease
Tardive Dyskinesia
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Dementia
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet

Is this Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet 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?

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Alkepin Odt 12.5 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Clozaril® (clozapine)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 175,471