Elanza 2.5mg Tablet

Short Description

Elanza 2.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Elanza 2.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is an atypical antipsychotic that works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Elanza 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Elanza 2.5mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Elanza 2.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Elanza 2.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Clotrimazole Fluconazole Itraconazole Ketoconazole

Elanza 2.5mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Elanza 2.5mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down to lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out. Do not stop taking Elanza 2.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.