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SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Prescription drug

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ZOTEPINE-50MG
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

90, Delhi - Jaipur Road, Sector 32, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Other Info - SIR0018

FAQs

SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET works by modulating the action of chemical messengers in the brain, which affect thoughts.
Your symptoms may return if you stop taking SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET. Therefore, do not discontinue SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET without consulting your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help stimulate saliva and thereby prevent drying of the mouth.
SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET may cause hypotension (low blood pressure). This might cause you to feel faint when you stand up. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking; instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. It is advised to monitor blood pressure levels during treatment with SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET regularly.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or wish to become pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited information is available. Consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Do not drive or operate machinery as SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET may cause dizziness and vision problems.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET in children.

Reference

  1. https://www.hawkesbay.health.nz/assets/Patient-Medication-Information/zotepine.pdf

About SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET

SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called anti-psychotics used to treat schizophrenia. It may also be used to treat psychosis and other similar conditions. Schizophrenia is a medical 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. 
 
SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET contains Zotepine, which works by modulating the action of chemical messengers in the brain which affect thoughts. Thereby, it helps treat schizophrenia.
 
In some cases, SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET may cause side effects like dry mouth, drowsiness, weight gain, sweating, and movement disorders. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, talk to the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery as SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET may cause drowsiness and blurred vision. Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause increased drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET

Schizophrenia

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Medicinal Benefits

SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called anti-psychotics used to treat schizophrenia. It may also be used to treat psychosis and other similar conditions. SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET contains Zotepine, which works by modulating the action of chemical messengers in the brain which affect thoughts. Thereby, it helps treat schizophrenia.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it.

Side Effects of SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET

  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Difficulty passing urine
  • Agitation
  • Drowsiness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Movement disorders
  • Sweating
  • Weight gain

Drug Warnings

Do not take SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have epilepsy, urinary retention, diabetes, glaucoma, acute gout, Parkinson’s disease, prostate problems, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with SIRILEPT 50MG TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Let the doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, including herbal products and vitamin/mineral supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, and fibre-rich food in your diet.
  • Cut down on sugars, salts, and saturated fats.
  • Drink enough fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.