Sulpiride: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Sulpiride What Medicine?

What is Sulpiride used for?

Sulpiride is a drug to treat schizophrenia (or what is commonly labeled "crazy people"). This drug can also be used to treat depression and anxiety. This drug belongs to a class of drugs called antipsychotics that work by stabilizing mood and behavior.

What are the rules for using Sulpiride medicine?

Follow the medication instructions given by your doctor or pharmacist before you start using this medicine. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.

Look on the label and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure about any information.

Take this medication with a glass of water, unless otherwise instructed. Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How to save Sulpiride?

This medication 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 medicines 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 product.

Sulpiride dosage

What should be considered before using Sulpiride drugs?

Before you use sulpiride tablets, tell your doctor if:

• You have 'hypomania'. This condition is a mood change that can be shown as stimulation, anger, irritability and lower sleep needs
• You have heart problems. If you or a member of your family has heart problems, your doctor may order some blood and heart tests before giving you sulpiride tablets
• You have epilepsy
• You have Parkinson's disease
• You have kidney problems or liver problems
• You are old
• You have dementia
• You have high blood pressure
• You've had a stroke
• You or others in your family have a history of blood clots, as medicines like these have been linked to the formation of blood clots
• You have severe difficulty breathing
• You have asthma
• You have myasthenia gravis (extreme weakness) or an enlarged prostate
• You have had jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
• You or a member of your family has glaucoma
• You have aggressive or agitated behavior
• You have low potassium levels in your body.

Sulpiride may make you sensitive to sunlight, so it is advisable to cover and use sunscreen when out in the sun.

Is Sulpiride safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

Sulpiride side effects

What are the possible side effects of Sulpiride?

Stop taking this medication and call your doctor right away if you have an allergic reaction to sulpiride tablets.

Signs of an allergic reaction may include:

• Any kind of skin rash, peeling skin, ulcers or sore lips and mouth
• Sudden wheezing, chest tightness or falling.
• Stop taking this medication and contact your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms:
• High temperature, sweating, stiff muscles, fast heart rate, fast breathing and feeling confused, drowsy or restless. These can be signs of a serious but rare side effect called 'neuroleptic malignant syndrome'.
• Heartbeat very fast or very slow, strong, uneven. You may also have breathing problems such as wheezing, shortness of breath, tightness in the chest and chest pain.
• Blood clots form in the blood vessels, especially in the legs (symptoms include swelling, pain and redness in the legs), which can spread through the blood vessels to the lungs causing chest pain and difficulty breathing.

If you experience any of the following side effects, check with your doctor as soon as possible:

• Muscle spasms, unusual movements of the hands or feet, unusual facial movements
• Jaundice, which usually causes yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes
• Inflammation of the liver (hepatitis). These signs include feeling sick (nausea), sick (vomiting), swelling in your upper abdomen
• Feeling more restless and unable to stay still
• Experiencing sudden pain
• Delirious or unresponsive with erratic behavior or movements
• You have more infections than usual. This could be due to a blood disorder
• Agranulocytosis, or decreased white blood cell count (leukopenia)
• You have a tendency to bleed and / or bruise more easily than usual. This may be due to a low platelet count in the blood
• Feel dizzy

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.

Sulpiride Drug Warnings and Cautions

What drugs can interfere with the work of the Sulpiride drug?

Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval

In particular, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• Pramipexole, ropiniole or levodopa (sometimes called L-dopa) are used to treat
• Parkinson's disease. You should not use this medication at the same time as sulpiride tablets
• Diuretics (water tablets)
• Antiarrhythmias, used to stabilize heart rhythms, such as amiodarone, sotalol, disopyramide or quinidine
• Sucralfate, used for heartburn and antacids containing aluminum or magnesium hydroxide, is used for indigestion. It is recommended that you take sulpiride tablets at least two hours before taking sucralfate or antacids. You should not take sulpiride tablets with or after taking sucralfate or antacids
• Metoclopramide, is used to treat nausea and vomiting or to empty your stomach
• Laxative
• Certain drugs used to treat depression, fluoxetine, lithium and tricyclic antidepressants, such as dosulepin
• Medicines used to treat epilepsy
• Medicines used to treat high blood pressure or heart problems, such as clonidine,
• Diltiazem, verapamil or digitalis
• Medicines to treat infections such as amphotericin, erythromycin or pentamidine
• Medicines used to treat mental or emotional problems such as pimozide and
• Thioridazine
• Medicines used to treat diabetes, such as metformin tablets or insulin shots
• Sedatives and sleeping pills such as diazepam, nitrazepam and strong temazepam (opioid) pain relievers such as morphine, codeine phosphate and dihydrocodeine
• Anesthesia
• Mefloquine and quinine, which are used to prevent or treat malaria
• Terfenadine and misolastine, antihistamines used to treat hay fever and other allergies
• Tetracosactide, used to test the glucocorticoid function of your adrenal glands (steroids)
• Certain drugs used to treat shock, such as adrenaline, ephedrine and dobutamine
• Other antipsychotic drugs such as pimozide and thioridazine, which are used to treat mental illness

Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the work of Sulpiride drugs?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interfere with the performance of Sulpiride drugs?

The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this drug.

Sulpiride Drug Interactions

The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage for Sulpiride for adults?

Adult:

400 mg twice daily

Your doctor may reduce the dose to 200 mg twice daily or increase it to a maximum of 1200 mg twice daily

Elderly:

The starting dose in the elderly is one-quarter to half of the adult dose.

the dose should be reduced for patients with kidney problems.

What is the dosage of Sulpiride for children?

This medicine should not be given to children under 14 years of age.

The dosage has not been determined in pediatric patients. This medicine may not be safe for your child. It is always important to understand the safety of drugs before using them. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist for more information.

In what dosages and preparations is Sulpiride available?

Tablet, oral: 200 mg, 400 mg

What to 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 medicine or forget to 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.

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