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Luranex-40 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

LURASIDONE-40MG

Uses:

Treatment of Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

Medicinal Benefits:

Luranex-40 Tablet is used to treat certain mood /mental diseases like schizophrenia and depression related to bipolar disorder. Luranex-40 Tablet  helps you to feel less nervous, think more clearly and take part in daily life. It may also help to reduce hallucinations (seeing/hearing things that are not there). It alters brain function and improves mood, thinking ability, and social behaviour. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. 

FAQs

Luranex-40 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly) and bipolar depression (mood swings). It helps you to feel less nervous, think more clearly and take part in daily life.

Luranex-40 Tablet may cause an increase in blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Luranex-40 Tablet . Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Luranex-40 Tablet .

Weight gain is a common side effect of Luranex-40 Tablet , although not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Luranex-40 Tablet , inform your doctor. Eating a healthy diet and frequent exercise can help you maintain your weight.

Alcohol should be avoided while taking Luranex-40 Tablet since taking both together may lead to severe side effects. You should not drink grapefruit juice while on Luranex-40 Tablet as it affects the way it works.

Luranex-40 Tablet may raise the risk of death in older persons who suffer from memory loss, perplexity, or have lost touch with reality. It is critical to understand that Luranex-40 Tablet may cause suicidal behaviour or thoughts in certain children, adolescents, and young adults during the first few months of treatment and when the dose is adjusted.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Luranex-40 Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Luranex-40 Tablet is an antipsychotic drug that works by blocking a hormone (dopamine) present in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia (a serious mental illness affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviours) and bipolar disorder (a mental illness that causes mood swings, energy fluctuations, and concentration issues). It also blocks other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin. By blocking both dopamine and serotonin, Luranex-40 Tablet helps to control brain activity and decreasesthe symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

The common side effects of Luranex-40 Tablet include nausea, vomiting, weight gain, indigestion, sleepiness, dryness in the mouth, increased saliva production, akathisia (inability to stay still), anxiety, upper abdominal pain, restlessness, agitation (nervous excitement), and insomnia (difficulty in sleeping). Most of these side effects of Luranex-40 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, Luranex-40 Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Taking Luranex-40 Tablet in the later months of pregnancy may lead to extrapyramidal (uncontrolled body movements or muscle stiffness in the baby) or withdrawal symptoms after birth such as muscle stiffness, weakness, shakiness, sleepiness, breathing problems, agitation, and difficulty feeding. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please consult your doctor before taking Luranex-40 Tablet . The doctor will prescribe Luranex-40 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks and will monitor the baby closely after birth.

Close monitoring for the emergence or worsening of suicidal behaviour and thoughts is recommended in patients taking Luranex-40 Tablet . Luranex-40 Tablet may increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients, especially in those with schizophrenia. So, you should immediately inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, or increased appetite. It may also lead to weight gain, increase prolactin, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, and decrease white blood cell count. Hence, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, blood cell counts, hormone levels (prolactin), and cholesterol levels is advised while taking Luranex-40 Tablet . 

Luranex-40 Tablet should be taken with food for better absorption of the medicine. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet.

Luranex-40 Tablet may take several weeks or longer before you experience any improvement in your symptoms. Continue to take Luranex-40 Tablet even if you feel well, and do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.

Yes, Luranex-40 Tablet can cause dizziness, fainting, and lightheadedness when you stand up too quickly after lying down. This is more likely to happen when you first start taking Luranex-40 Tablet or if your dose changes. To help prevent this problem, rise slowly from the bed and allow your feet to rest on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.