Peridon 3mg Tablet

Short Description

Peridon 3mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Peridon 3mg Tablet is taken with or without food, preferably at night. 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 in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

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. Peridon 3mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Peridon 3mg 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 Peridon 3mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or restlessness. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases as Peridon 3mg Tablet can increase your risk of irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking Peridon 3mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.