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Elicia 8 Tablet 10's

Elicia 8 Tablet 10's

About Elicia 8 Tablet 10's

Elicia 8 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of 'antipsychotics' medications primarily used to treat schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused.

Elicia 8 Tablet 10's contains 'Blonanserin' that works by altering the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helping improve mood, behaviour and thoughts. 

In some cases, Elicia 8 Tablet 10's may cause common side effects such as weight gain, sleepiness, and restlessness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

If you have a predisposition to hypotension, aspiration pneumonia, or severe hepatic or cardiac impairment, you should use Elicia 8 Tablet 10's with caution. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take Elicia 8 Tablet 10's unless your doctor tells you to. As Elicia 8 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and restlessness, do not drive or operate machinery. Keep your doctor updated about your medications and medical condition to rule out potential interactions and negative effects.

Uses of Elicia 8 Tablet 10's

Schizophrenia

Medicinal Benefits

Elicia 8 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called 'antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia in adult patients when first-line treatment is ineffective. Elicia 8 Tablet 10's contains 'Blonanserin' that alters the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helping improve mood, behaviour and thoughts.

Directions for Use

Elicia 8 Tablet 10's should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water with or without food or as directed by the physician. Do not crush or chew the tablet.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Elicia 8 Tablet 10's

  • Weight gain
  • Dyslipidemia (elevated cholesterol level)
  • Sleepiness
  • Restlessness
  • Insomnia
  • Anxiety

Drug Warnings

If you have a predisposition to hypotension, aspiration pneumonia, or severe hepatic or cardiac impairment, you should use Elicia 8 Tablet 10's with caution. If you have had suicidal thoughts in the past, tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take Elicia 8 Tablet 10's unless your doctor tells you to. As Elicia 8 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and restlessness, do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert. Keep your doctor updated about your medications and medical condition to rule out potential interactions and negative effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Elicia 8 Tablet 10's may interact with anti-epileptics (carbamazepine), anti-fungal (ketoconazole), medications used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (fluvoxamine), anti-depressants (fluoxetine, nefazodone) and medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease (levodopa, dopamine).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found or established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have liver disorders, hepatic disorders, cardiac disorders, hypertension, seizures, diabetes, lipid alterations, weight gain, parkinsonism, obesity, dyslipidemia, or high cholesterol levels.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • NEFAZODONE
  • LEVODOPA
  • DOPAMINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise on a regular basis.
  • Attend therapy regularly.
  • Practice meditation and yoga.
  • Maintain a consistent sleep schedule.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
  • Learn about your condition, be aware of the risk factors, and stick to your doctor's treatment plan.

Special Advise

  • When taking a Elicia 8 Tablet 10's, you may become more susceptible to severe temperature circumstances (such as too hot or too cold) when taking Elicia 8 Tablet 10's; thus, it is best to avoid being too cold/hot or dehydrated, especially during the summer. To cope with this, drink enough fluids and water.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: It is a condition in which the person may see, hear or feel things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders, disorganised thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc. Schizophrenia's exact causes remain unknown. The risk of developing the illness is increased by physical, genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. A stressful or emotional life experience may trigger a psychotic episode in some people prone to schizophrenia.

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