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Composition:

LURASIDONE-40MG

Uses:

Treatment of Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

Medicinal Benefits:

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's is used to treat certain mood /mental diseases like schizophrenia and depression related to bipolar disorder. Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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.

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's may cause an increase in blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Lurina 40 Tablet 10's. Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Lurina 40 Tablet 10's.

Weight gain is a common side effect of Lurina 40 Tablet 10's, although not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Lurina 40 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor. Eating a healthy diet and frequent exercise can help you maintain your weight.

Alcohol should be avoided while taking Lurina 40 Tablet 10's since taking both together may lead to severe side effects. You should not drink grapefruit juice while on Lurina 40 Tablet 10's as it affects the way it works.

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's. 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.

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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, Lurina 40 Tablet 10's helps to control brain activity and decreasesthe symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

The common side effects of Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, Lurina 40 Tablet 10's should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Taking Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's. The doctor will prescribe Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's. Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's. 

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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.

Lurina 40 Tablet 10's may take several weeks or longer before you experience any improvement in your symptoms. Continue to take Lurina 40 Tablet 10's even if you feel well, and do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.

Yes, Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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 Lurina 40 Tablet 10's 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.