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Serenace 10 Tablet 20's, Pack of 20 TABLETS
Serenace 10 Tablet 20's, Pack of 20 TABLETS
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Serenace 10 Tablet is used to treat Schizophrenia and Tourette syndrome. It contains Haloperidol, which works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as constipation, dry mouth, muscle stiffness, sleepiness, tremor, urinary retention, and weight gain. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

HALOPERIDOL-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Serenace 10 Tablet

Serenace 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia or psychosis and Tourette Syndrome. Schizophrenia is characterized by hallucinations symptoms (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and delusions (wrong beliefs). Serenace 10 Tablet prevents the occurrence of these symptoms. Tourette syndrome is a disorder that involves repetitive movements or unwanted sounds (tics) that can't be easily controlled.

Serenace 10 Tablet contains ‘Haloperidol’, which is a typical antipsychotic drug. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Take Serenace 10 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Serenace 10 Tablet as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abnormality of voluntary movements, constipation, dryness in the mouth, the increased prolactin level in the blood, muscle stiffness, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), sleepiness, tremor, urinary retention, weight gain. Most of these side effects of Serenace 10 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Serenace 10 Tablet if you are allergic to Serenace 10 Tablet or any other ingredients present in it. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has ever had prolonged QT syndrome, breast cancer, bipolar disorder, citrullinemia, seizures, chest pain, or thyroid disease. Serenace 10 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it may affect the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Serenace 10 Tablet . It is not recommended for use in children under 1 year of age. Serenace 10 Tablet is used with caution in neuroleptic malignant syndrome, tardive dyskinesia, and dementia-related psychosis.

Uses of Serenace 10 Tablet

Serenace 10 Tablet is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia and Tourette Syndrome

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Serenace 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. It is used to treat Schizophrenia, Psychosis, and Tourette's Syndrome. Serenace 10 Tablet contains 'Haloperidol', which is a typical antipsychotic drug. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

How Serenace 10 Tablet Works

Serenace 10 Tablet contains ‘Haloperidol’, which is a typical antipsychotic drug. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Serenace 10 Tablet
  • Manage stress by practising deep breathing, yoga or meditation.
  • Participating in activities you enjoy, or exercising may also help manage agitation.
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Exercise regularly. Try physical activities like walking, running, or dancing.
  • Stretching and walking are examples of mild exercises that can improve mobility and reduce muscle stiffness.
  • Improving posture, mobility, and muscle coordination through physical therapy can help manage slowness or stiffness.
  • Maintain healthy weight and advance general health depend on eating a balanced diet.
  • Reducing symptoms like tremors or muscle spasms requires adequate sleep and rest.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Acetylcholine is an essential neurotransmitter that is important for learning, involuntary muscle movements and attention.
  • When it is blocked, there could be a decrease in respiratory secretions and an effect on gastric motility. There would be changes in heart rate and eyesight also.
  • Exercise regularly to maintain a good metabolism in your body.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it can affect the impact of the neurotransmitter.
  • Prevent toxins from chemicals that can be touched and inhaled. Ensure to manage your medications carefully.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
  • Quit smoking as smoking impairs erectile function by significantly damaging blood vessels.
  • Maintain a healthy weight as overweight can cause erectile dysfunction.
  • Exercise regularly as physical activity enhances blood flow and overall health, benefiting erectile function.
  • Consume a healthy diet loaded with whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
  • Limit alcohol consumption as excessive alcohol intake can impair erectile function.
  • Manage stress by practicing techniques such as yoga, relaxation exercises or meditation.
  • In case erectile dysfunction is due to psychological factors, consider couple counselling or sex therapy to address relationship and anxiety issues.
  • Openly discuss your concerns with your partner.

What if I have taken an overdose of Serenace 10 Tablet

Overdose of Haloperidol can be fatal. Therefore, avoid exceeding the prescribed dose. Symptoms of overdose may include severe extrapyramidal reactions, low blood pressure, and sedation. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Serenace 10 Tablet if you are allergic to Serenace 10 Tablet or any other ingredients present in it. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has ever had prolonged QT syndrome, breast cancer, bipolar disorder, citrullinemia (a condition that causes a build-up of ammonia in the blood), seizures, chest pain, or thyroid disease. Serenace 10 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it may affect the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Serenace 10 Tablet . It is not recommended for use in children under one year of age. Serenace 10 Tablet is used with caution in neuroleptic malignant syndrome, tardive dyskinesia, dementia-related psychosis, Parkinson's disease, and venous thromboembolism. Serenace 10 Tablet is used with caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of orthostatic hypotension and kidney injury. Do not abruptly stop taking the Serenace 10 Tablet , as it may cause withdrawal symptoms, especially suicidal thoughts in young adults. Tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Serenace 10 Tablet if you are having surgery, including dental surgery. You should know that this medication may make you drowsy and may affect your thinking and movements. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Ask your doctor about the safe use of alcohol during your treatment with Serenace 10 Tablet . Alcohol can make the side effects of Serenace 10 Tablet worse. You should know that name may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position. To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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HaloperidolThioridazine
Critical
HaloperidolEliglustat
Critical

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HaloperidolThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Combining Thioridazine and Serenace 10 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Thioridazine and Serenace 10 Tablet together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Eliglustat and Serenace 10 Tablet can increase the blood levels and side effects of Serenace 10 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Serenace 10 Tablet with Eliglustat is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. If you experience any side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, sleep disturbances, headache, or anxiety, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolLevacetylmethadol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Serenace 10 Tablet with Levacetylmethadol 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 Serenace 10 Tablet with Levacetylmethadol is not recommended as it can lead to serious side effects. It can be taken when advised by a doctor. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
HaloperidolSparfloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Sparfloxacin with Serenace 10 Tablet can prolong the QT interval.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Serenace 10 Tablet with Sparfloxacin is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolFluphenazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Fluphenazine and Serenace 10 Tablet can increase the risk of developing irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluphenazine and Serenace 10 Tablet together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken when a doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Cisapride and Serenace 10 Tablet can increase the risk of developing irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cisapride and Serenace 10 Tablet together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Serenace 10 Tablet with Lomitapide can increase the levels and risk of developing Lomitapide side effects

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Serenace 10 Tablet with Lomitapide is not recommended as it can lead to serious side effects, it can be taken when prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, tiredness, or dark urine, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolGrepafloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of grepafloxacin with Serenace 10 Tablet 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 Serenace 10 Tablet with Grepafloxacin is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
HaloperidolZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Taking Ziprasidone and Serenace 10 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone and Serenace 10 Tablet together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
HaloperidolDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Serenace 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Dronedarone and Serenace 10 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dronedarone and Serenace 10 Tablet together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your 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

  • Monitor your mood. Track your mood regularly, including factors such as sleep, medicine, and activities that can impact it.
  • Exercise daily. Exercise is excellent for relieving tension.
  • You may also practice calming techniques such as meditation and deep breathing exercises.
  • Get some regular sleep. Having enough sleep will help to stabilize your mood.
  • Eat a healthy diet. Certain foods may affect your mood more than others. Consider keeping a food log to track what you eat and how certain foods make you feel. Talk to your doctor or nutritionist about foods that may help stabilize your mood.
  • Stay optimistic. It will take time for your symptoms to improve after you start bipolar therapy, but you will feel relaxed knowing that you will get better and that the worst is most definitely behind you.
  • A healthy diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, skinless poultry, nuts, fish, whole grains, plant-based oils, and low-fat dairy products will help keep a person in good health and avoid chances of nausea and vomiting.
  • One should avoid eating greasy or oily foods as these foods trigger nausea and vomiting.
  • Eat cool foods instead of hot and spicy foods.
  • For fluid makeup lost due to vomiting, include clear broths, non-fat yoghurt, fruit juice, sherbet, and sports drinks.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol may worsen the condition and increase the risk of side effects while using Serenace 10 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Serenace 10 Tablet is a category C pregnancy drug; using Serenace 10 Tablet during pregnancy may affect the unborn baby. Please consult your doctor before taking Serenace 10 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Serenace 10 Tablet is known to pass through breast milk. So, it is recommended not to be taken during breastfeeding. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during breastfeeding if he/she feels that the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Unsafe

Serenace 10 Tablet may cause a few patients, especially the elderly, to become drowsy, dizzy, light-headed, clumsy, unsteady, or less alert than normal. If you are affected, do not drive or operate dangerous machinery after taking Serenace 10 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Serenace 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Kidney

Caution

Serenace 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Serenace 10 Tablet is not recommended for children below one year of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Serenace 10 Tablet to children.

FAQs

Serenace 10 Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Tourette syndrome.

Serenace 10 Tablet contains Haloperidol, which is a typical antipsychotic drug. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

It is not recommended that you stop taking Serenace 10 Tablet without consulting your doctor. It may cause withdrawal symptoms such as palpitations (the sensation that the heart skipped a beat or extra beat), anxiety, confusion, difficulty sleeping, and tremors. Therefore, take Serenace 10 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking it, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

In some cases, long-term use of Serenace 10 Tablet may cause dyskinesia (a movement disorder). However, your doctor prescribes this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Serenace 10 Tablet is not recommended in patients with dementia-related psychosis as it increases the risk of heart diseases like heart failure and infectious diseases like pneumonia. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

463, 4 Th Floor, Rpg House, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai €“ 400 030. Maharashtra, India
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Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

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MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:47 PM IST

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