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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease psychosis. It contains Pimavanserin, which helps restore its level in the brain. Thereby, improves the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Some people may experience headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, peripheral edema, gait disturbance (difficulty/abnormal walking), and constipation. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

PIMAVANSERIN-34MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Health N U Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease psychosis. Parkinson’s disease is a central nervous system disorder that affects movement. It causes stiffness, shaking, difficulty walking, and impaired coordination and balance.

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's contains Pimavanserin, an inhibitor of 5-HT2A receptor activity. Thus, it helps restore its level in the brain, thereby improving the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Some people may experience a headache, dizziness, nausea, constipation, vomiting, peripheral oedema, and difficulty/abnormal walking. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, if these side effects worsen, please consult your doctor.

Take Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's with or without food, as advised by your doctor, and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you should take Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's based on your medical condition.

If you are allergic to Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. If you have sleep problems or kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's.

Uses of Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease. The detailed use of Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is as follows:

  • Treatment of Parkinson’s disease: Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is used to treat Parkinson’s disease, helping to improve motor fluctuations and enhance therapeutic effects.

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Directions for Use

  • Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's can be taken with or without food, or as advised by your doctor.
  • It is usually taken once a day or as directed by the doctor.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's helps in clear thinking and relieves the psychotic symptoms like delusions and hallucinations.
  • Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is an FDA-approved drug used in the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease psychosis (PDP).
  • This medicine helps to improve the quality of life.
  • It also helps reduce frequent hospitalisations and delayed admissions in most patients with PD.

How Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's Works

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's contains Pimavanserin, which belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotics. It works by inhibiting the activity of the 5-HT2A receptors. Thus, it helps restore its level in the brain, thereby improving the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's out of the sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, agitation, irritability, hallucinations, severe headache, seizures (fits), or sweating. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • If you are known to be allergic to Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
  • Avoid taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor.
  • Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for use in children below 12 yeras of age.
  • If you have sleep problems, kidney or liver problems, or QT prolongation, inform your doctor before taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's.
  • Inform your doctor about your complete medication history before starting the treatment.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PimavanserinEfavirenz
Severe
PimavanserinKetoconazole
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PimavanserinEfavirenz
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule:
Taking Efavirenz and Pishpa 34 mg Capsule can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Efavirenz and Pishpa 34 mg Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PimavanserinKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule:
Taking Ketoconazole and Pishpa 34 mg Capsule together can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketoconazole and Pishpa 34 mg Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
PimavanserinGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule:
Taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule with Gatifloxacin can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule with Gatifloxacin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PimavanserinChloroquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule:
Using chloroquine together with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule and Chloroquine together can evidently cause an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PimavanserinMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule:
Using Morphine together with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule can increase the risk of central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Morphine with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like trouble breathing, feeling tired, or having a cough, dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impaired judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination, make sure to contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat more fiber-rich foods to ease constipation.
  • Drink plenty of water to avoid headaches due to dehydration.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is safe for use in pregnant women or not. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if this medicine is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Unsafe

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's.

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Liver

Unsafe

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for use in patients with liver impairment. Hence, please consult your physician.

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Kidney

Caution

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney failure.

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Children

Unsafe

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for children as the safety and efficacy have not established.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's if you have pre-existing heart problems. Your doctor will prescribe Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's if the benefits outweigh the risks.

FAQs

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease psychosis.

Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's contains Pimavanserin, which works by inhibiting the activity of the 5-HT2A receptors.

The common side effects of Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's are headache, dizziness, nausea, constipation, vomiting, peripheral oedema, and difficulty/abnormal walking. These side effects usually go away after discontinuation of treatment. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side effects persist or get worse.

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Pishpa 34 mg Capsule 10's, as it can worsen the condition of the patient and lead to other adverse effects.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Centaur House, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz East, Mumbai 400 055, India.
Other Info - PIS0018

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