Luramax 40 Tablet
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition
Lurasidone (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Luramax 40 Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia, depression, mania, and bipolar disorders.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Luramax 40 Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person's ability to think and behave. It can also be used to treat depression, mania, and bipolar disorders. Luramax 40 Tablet should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Directions for Use
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. Luramax 40 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Luramax 40 Tablet work by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts.
Quick Tips
Luramax 40 Tablet helps treat schizophrenia. It has a lower risk of causing weight gain and changes to cholesterol, blood sugar, and heart rhythm as compared to other similar medicines. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Luramax 40 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects. Inform your doctor if you notice any abnormal or uncontrolled movements. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
