Sizodon 2 Tablet

Short Description

Sizodon 2 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.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Sizodon 2 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. Sizodon 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

insomnia sedation somnolence parkinsonism headache initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down it also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you it may increase your weight but modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly

Alcohol Warning

Sizodon 2 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Sizodon 2 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

Sizodon 2 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

Sizodon 2 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

It helps treat schizophrenia and mania. It may cause less weight gain, sedation, and heart problems as compared to other similar medicines. It may take 4-6 weeks to notice any medication effects. Keep taking it as prescribed. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Sizodon 2 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. It may cause increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and fat. Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.