Requires Prescription: Yes
Generics: Levosulpiride
Used For: Schizophrenia
How it Works: Levosulpiride is a selective antagonist at dopamine (D2) receptors, regulating both central and peripheral nervous circuits that control the digestive system.
Lepride Tablets Usage and Safety:
Dosage: Levosulpiride
Side Effects: May include sleep disturbances, overstimulation, agitation, extrapyramidal effects, and cardiovascular issues like hypotension.
Drug Interactions: Caution with alcohol, CNS depressants, guanethidine, anticholinergics, antacids, and NSAIDs.
Indication: 25 mg for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome; 50 mg for Schizophrenia and reactive suppressive states.
When Not to Use: Contraindicated in individuals allergic to levosulpiride or those with epilepsy, bipolar disorder, breast cancer, or gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or other health issues or are taking other medications.
Lepride Tablets Precautions:
Precaution: Not recommended for use in bipolar disorder, as it may induce manic episodes.
Lepride Tablets Warnings:
Warning 1: Avoid use in epilepsy, as it may trigger seizures.
Warning 2: Not recommended for breast cancer patients due to potential increases in prolactin levels that may worsen the condition.
Warning 3: Use with caution in elderly patients due to a higher risk of side effects. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dosage.
Additional Information:
Pregnancy Category: Always consult your physician before use.
Storage: Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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