Latuda 20 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Latuda 20 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Latuda 20 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Latuda 20 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Latuda 20 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Latuda 20 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Latuda 20 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Latuda 20mg Tablet
Introduction
Latuda 20 is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave. It can also be used to treat depression, ...
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Uses of Latuda 20
Schizophrenia
Side effects of Latuda 20
Common
Nausea
Vomiting
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Dryness in mouth
Indigestion
Parkinsonism
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Anxiety
Stomach discomfort
Restlessness
Upper abdominal pain
Agitation
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Increased saliva production
How to use Latuda 20
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Latuda 20 is to be taken with food.
How Latuda 20 works
Latuda 20 work by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts.
Quick Tips
Latuda 20 helps treat schizophrenia.
It has a lower risk of causing weight gain and changes to cholesterol, blood sugar, and heart rhythm as compared to other similar medicines.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Latuda 20 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Inform your doctor if you notice any abnormal or uncontrolled movements.
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Schizophrenia
40 mg PO once daily initially; may increase to 80 mg/day if needed; not to exceed 160 mg/day
Bipolar Depression
Indicated for major...
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Child Dose
Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Renal impairment
CrCl 50 mL/min or greater: Dosage adjustment not required
CrCl <50 mL/min: 20 mg/day initially; not to exceed 80 mg/day
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Concurrent administration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (eg, Ketoconazole). Concurrent administration of strong CYP3A4 inducers (eg, R...
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Mode of Action
The mechanism of action of Lurasidone in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression is unknown. However, its efficacy in schizophrenia and ...
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Precaution
Increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults taking antidepressants
Cerebrovascular adverse reactions ...
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Side Effect
>10%
Somnolence, dose related (22%),Akathisia, dose related (15%),Fasting glucose increased (10-14%),Nausea (12%),Parkinsonism (11%)
1-10%
Vomiti...
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