Dogmatil: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is the function of Dogmatil?

Dogmatil is a benzamide drug that belongs to the class of antipsychotics. This medication contains the active ingredient sulpiride, which is commonly used to treat schizophrenia.

Schizophrenia itself is a mental disorder that affects thoughts, feelings and behavior. Symptoms of schizophrenia include hearing, seeing, or feeling things that are not real, and always feeling afraid or suspicious.

Dogmatil is a drug that can only be obtained by prescription. The administration of this drug must be done carefully because it has the potential to cause dependency effects and the risk of withdrawal symptoms (withdrawal).

How do you use Dogmatil?

For the oral dosage form, you must:

• Take Dogmatil by mouth as directed by your doctor regarding the dosage and schedule for taking the drug.
• Read labels or doctor's instructions carefully before using this medication.
• Consult your doctor for any information on the label that is not clear.
• Swallow the tablet whole by drinking water.

How to store this drug?

Dogmatil is a drug that is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it.

Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush Dogmatil down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your medicine.

Dose

The following information cannot be used as a substitute for a doctor's prescription. You MUST consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Dogmatil.

What is the Dogmatil dosage for adults?

Consult your doctor for information about the Dogmatil dosage.

The usual starting dose is 400mg (2 200mg tablets or 1 400mg tablet) to 800mg (4 200mg tablets or 2 400mg tablets) daily depending on your illness.

Your doctor may change your dose depending on your situation.

What is the dose of Dogmatil for children?

Consult your doctor for information about the Dogmatil dosage. Dogmatil tablets are not recommended for children under 14 years of age.

In what forms is this medicine available?

Here are the Dogmatil shapes and sizes available:

• Dogmatil 200mg tablets
• Dogmatil 400mg tablets coated with film

Warning

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What should I pay attention to before using Dogmatil?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you:

• Taking other medicines, both in the form of prescription, non-prescription, or herbal medicines
• Having certain diseases or health conditions
• Have an allergic reaction to other medicines, foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals
• Children
• Old age

In addition, this drug also has the potential to cause withdrawal symptoms (withdrawal) if it is not used according to a doctor's prescription, or stops taking it suddenly. The following are withdrawal symptoms that you need to be aware of:

• nausea
• gag
• sweating
• difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
• the psychotic symptoms were getting worse

Is this drug safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are not sufficient studies in women to determine the risks when using Dogmatil during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant.

Do not breastfeed if you are using Dogmatil tablets. This is because a small amount of the drug can pass into the mother's milk. If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medication.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of Dogmatil?

Like the use of other medicines, the use of Dogmatil can cause some side effects. Most of the following side effects are rare and do not require additional treatment.

However, it is important that you consult your doctor if you have any problems after taking this medicine.

Some of the side effects that can occur are listed below:

• Tremors, stiffness, and shuffling movements (Parkinson's)
• Shaking, muscle spasms, or slow movements (extrapyramidal disorder)

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Interactions

What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Dogmatil?

Dogmatil may interact with other drugs you are currently taking which may change how your medication works or increase your risk of serious side effects.

To avoid drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you use (including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and tell your doctor and pharmacist.

According to the EMC, the following are drugs that may interact with the sulpiride content in this drug:

• medicine for Parkinson's disease (ropinirole, levodopa)
• drug beta blockers
• drug calcium channel blocker (diltiazem, verapamil, and clonidine)
• anti-arrhythmic drugs (quinidine, sotalol)
• barbiturate drugs
• benzodiazepine drugs

Are there foods and drinks that should not be consumed when using Dogmatil?

This medication may interact with food or alcohol, so it can change how the drug works or increase the risk of serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this medication.

Do not drink alcohol or take drugs that contain alcohol while being treated with Dogmatil Tablets. This is because alcohol can increase the effect of Dogmatil tablets.

Are there certain health conditions that Dogmatil should avoid?

This drug may interact with your health condition. These interactions can worsen your health condition or change the way the drugs work. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all your current medical conditions.

The following are health conditions that may cause interactions with this drug:

• venous thromboembolism (VTE)
• dementia, especially in the elderly
• stroke
• breast cancer
• problems with the pituitary gland
• phaeochromocytoma
• acute porphyria

Dose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I forget to take / take medicine?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

Hello Health Group does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.