Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S

Description

About

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S belongs to a group of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics, that help regulate dopamine and serotonin hormone levels in the body. Serotonin is one of the four ‘happiness drugs’ produced naturally by the body. Low levels of serotonin in the body lead to mood swings, depression, insomnia, and other mental ailments, that Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S can effectively treat.

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S’s dosage is entirely dependent upon the patient’s stage and type of illness and how well they respond to Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S and therefore, each patient has a different dose customized to fit their needs best by a doctor. It is normal to have your dose altered periodically,(especially at the beginning of treatment) by a doctor to best fit the patient’s requirements. Elderly patients may ingest Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S but ideally a lower dosage, as Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S may worsen age-related dementia. Children under the age of 13 years are not prescribed Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S.

Fatigue, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, and stomach problems are just a few of the common side effects felt by patients while ingesting Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S, these effects tend to resolve on their own in a few days. Alcohol consumption is not advised while ingesting Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S as that would result in extreme dizziness. Unnecessary consumption of Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is not advised.

It is advised to not stop treatment abruptly once the patient feels better (usually after a few days or weeks) without consulting a doctor. If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule as that may lead to serious adverse effects.

Indications

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S can be used to treat:

• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia 
• Major depressive disorder 
• Seasonal depression
• Anxiety disorders 

How Does Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S Work?

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S belongs to a group of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics, that help regulate dopamine and serotonin hormone levels in the body. Serotonin is one of the four ‘happiness drugs’ produced naturally by the body. Low levels of serotonin in the body lead to mood swings, depression, insomnia, and other mental ailments, that Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S can effectively treat.

How To Use Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is advised to be taken with a meal (it can be a light meal) orally (by mouth) with plenty of water to help aid the passage of the tablet. Tablet is not to be crushed or chewed but instead swallowed whole. 

It is advised to not stop treatment abruptly once the patient feels better (usually after a few days) without consulting a doctor. If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule as that may lead to serious adverse effects.

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S may also come packaged in a vial that contains a liquid form of Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S meant to be injected into a patient’s veins by a healthcare professional.

Dosage

Adult Dosage 

1-2 tablets a day can be prescribed to patients depending upon their illness being treated.

Child Dosage 

Patients under the age of 13 years are not prescribed Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S. The dosage of patients aged 13 years and above is altered for everyone depending upon the patient’s illness, suicidal thoughts (if any), weight, and age.

Elderly Dosage

Patients aged 65 years and above are prescribed a low dosage of Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S and only, when necessary, as it may worsen age-related dementia.

Pregnancy Use and Lactation

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is prescribed to a pregnant only when necessary. If prescribed during the third trimester, Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S may lead to withdrawal symptoms, breathing difficulties, feeding difficulties, irritability, tremors, or limp and stiff muscles in the infant. For breastfeeding women,Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is not prescribed.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S:

• Allergy to Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S or any other medicine or food substance 
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Epilepsy 
• Seizures or fits (for reasons other than Epilepsy)
• Diabetes
• Moderate to high heart impairment 
• High blood pressure 
• High cholesterol 
• Moderate to high liver impairment 
• Moderate to high kidney impairment 
• Breast cancer 
• Narrow-angle Glaucoma 
• Benign prostate hyperplasia 
• Bowel obstruction 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S:

• Elderly patients 
• Pregnant women 
• Mild to moderate renal impairment
• Mild to moderate hepatic impairment 
• History of cardiovascular 
• History of fits/seizures
• History of cerebrovascular disease 
• History of drug or alcohol abuse
• Suicidal thoughts or behavior
• Breastfeeding women 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S:

• Benzodiazepines 
• Fluvoxamine 
• Blood pressure medications (such as angiotensin 2 receptor blockers, angiotensin-converting enzymes, etc.)
• Anticholinergics 
• Anticonvulsants 
• Medicines for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease 
• Alcohol abuse 
• Dehydration 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Drowsiness 
• Dry mouth 
• Constipation 
• Headache 
• Dizziness 
• Weight gain 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt, the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Swelling of hands and feet 
• Mood changes 
• Severe dehydration
• Difficulty in urination 
• Yellowing of hands and feet
• Fainting 
• Numbness of hands and feet 
• Postural hypotension 

How To Cope with Some of The Adverse Effects

• Dry Mouth- Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day, chewing sugarless gum, using alcohol-free mouthwash, allowing ice to melt in the mouth, or using a saliva substitute.
• Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths, intake tea or coffee, get a good night’s rest, and not overburden themselves for a few days.
• Feeling drowsy -If the medication makes you feel drowsy or sleepy, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe.
• Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet, asking the patient to drink plenty of fluids, and increasing their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.

Key Facts About Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S

• Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is used to treat Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Depression, and similar illnesses 
• Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to patients under the age of 13 years nor breastfeeding women 
• Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S may cause dry mouth, headache, and drowsiness
• 1-2 tablets of Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S are prescribed to be taken daily by adults 
• Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S may negatively interact with alcohol, antifungals, and CNS depressants

FAQs

#1. HOW TO STORE Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#3. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#4. WILL Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#5. WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

• Drowsiness 
• Dry mouth 
• Constipation 
• Headache 
• Dizziness 
• Weight gain 

#6. IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

Yes. Over-the-counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S under the supervision of a doctor.

#7. CAN Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.

#8. DOES Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S has the potential to cause addiction but if the correct dosage is ingested properly without being misused, there is no need to worry about addiction or dependency developing. 

#9. CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

Alcohol is known to make an individual dizzy, thus if taken with the medication it may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during your treatment.

#10. WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day, and an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S at the proper time and at least an hour before having any meal. If the patient misses a dose of Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S, they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then it’s beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule, doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.

#11. IS Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S SAFE TO GIVE TO ELDERLY PATIENTS?

Yes. Patients aged 65 years and above are prescribed a low dosage of Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S and only, when necessary, as it may worsen age-related dementia.

#12. CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to make you dizzy hence if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.

#13. CAN I TAKE Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is prescribed to pregnant women only when necessary. If prescribed during the third trimester, Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S may lead to withdrawal symptoms, breathing difficulties, feeding difficulties, irritability, tremors, or limp and stiff muscles in the infant.

#14. IS Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S SAVE TO BE PRESCRIBED TO BREASTFEEDING WOMEN?

For breastfeeding women,Lanzapin 10mg Capsule ‘S is not prescribed.